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10 Things To Not Touch If You Want To Avoid The Flu

Everyone seems to be sick and unfortunately the flu this year is nothing to sneeze about (pun intended). This year's influenza strain is hitting hard and while the flu shot can protect you from some strains of the virus, it certainly can't protect you from all. According to the CDC,“There are many different flu viruses…

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Posture Exercises for Kids

Children can be terrible slouchers! You know the symptoms- shoulders down, stomach out, back hunched. There is no time like the present for your kids to learn good habits. In fact, the sooner, the better. Even if you children do not have medical conditions, such as scoliosis, which cause back problems, they can still benefit from doing posture exercises. After all, many children spend part of their days in rigid school chairs or slouched on couches watching television or playing video games. Keep exercises short and pain-free to ensure they stick with the routine! And maybe skip balancing books on their head…

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Yoga for Pregnant Mothers

Prenatal yoga is an exercise option for pregnant women that is growing in popularity. Staying active during pregnancy helps boost your energy levels and may even relieve some of the aches and pains you feel. For those who already practice yoga, prenatal yoga is a natural continuation of that practice. Those new to yoga can also benefit from the activity.

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Effects of Having HPV While Pregnant

The human papillomavirus, or HPV, is a common sexually transmitted disease. As many as three-fourths of women will get the virus sometime in their life, though there may be no signs. You may know that you had the virus before you got pregnant, or you may learn about it when you get an abnormal pap smear at your first prenatal appointment.