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Heroin deaths have doubled

Overdose numbers from all the states are not expected to be released for at least a few more months. The…

November 16, 2014

Health Briefs

Open enrollment for health insurance from Connect for Health Colorado will last until Feb. 15. San Juan Basin Health Department…

November 16, 2014

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E-cigarette use triples in high school kids

Product marketing has skyrocketed, too, in recent years

November 16, 2014

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Living longer than you think

Study shows many underestimate their longevity

November 16, 2014

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Is your boss making you sick?

Constant stress at your job can take a heavy toll on your body, mind

November 16, 2014

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Health Briefs

Atmos Energy reminds customers to take steps in their homes to help prevent carbon-monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide is a colorless,…

November 9, 2014

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Mile No. 27: Road to recovery

After marathon, give yourself time to regain physical, mental energy

November 9, 2014

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For better runs, you should tread(mill) carefully

Here are some tips for a worthwhile experience

November 9, 2014

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Packaged food? Try shelving it

A 30-day eating experiment becomes a life-changing journey

November 9, 2014

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Health Briefs

Mercy Regional Medical Center was honored with an “A” grade on the fall 2014 Hospital Safety Score, which rates how…

November 2, 2014

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Seduced by your device

Do hours on your smartphone add up to real addiction?

November 2, 2014

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How does music affect memory?

Study examines how songs shape mood, behavior of dementia patients

November 2, 2014

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Before checking out, check your food score

Website rates items’ ingredients, nutrition

November 2, 2014

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Increase in sales of antibiotics for livestock may harm humans

The FDA said in a recent annual report that nearly 70 percent of the antibiotics are considered “medically important” for…

October 26, 2014

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Health Brief

A complimentary “Reclaiming Your Health Workshop” will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. Participant will learn the seven…

October 26, 2014

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Do you happen to have a neurotic personality?

For middle-aged women, this tied to Alzheimer’s

October 26, 2014

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Here’s what your education says about your own health

Another reason to go to college

October 26, 2014

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Bad news for preventing celiac disease

Introducing gluten to babies ineffective, new study says

October 26, 2014

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New hip, new life

Replacement can relieve pain, restore mobility, add years

October 26, 2014

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Swallowing poop pill a promising treatment

Procedure could be lifesaver against infection

October 19, 2014

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Health Briefs

San Juan Basin Health Department is participating in National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Women ages 40 to 64 are urged…

October 19, 2014

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Jet lag may make you fat

Gut bacteria’s activity changes

October 19, 2014

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Pediatricians urge IUDs or implants for teen girls

Teen girls who have sex should use IUDs or hormonal implants – long-acting birth control methods that are effective, safe…

October 19, 2014

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Can sleep apps improve rest?

These programs may track down what’s keeping you awake

October 19, 2014