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Claire McCarthy, MD
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Want to stop harmful drinking? AA versus SMART Recovery
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How well do you score on brain health?
When should your teen or tween start using skin products?
How — and why — to fit more fiber and fermented food into your meals
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Respiratory health harms often follow flooding: Taking these steps can help
Want to cool down? 14 ideas to try
A fresh look at risks for developing young-onset dementia
