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Managing Seasonal Allergies

Despite a late spring, summer allergy season will be strong, sinus expert says

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Calculator:	Cost of Drinking Calculator
Clinical Wizard:	Breast Cancer Risk Factors Clinical Wizard
Podcast:	Podcast: Deaths from Diabetes Make Sharp Drop
Quiz:	Holiday Sweets and Treats Quiz
Risk Assesment:	Postpartum Depression Assessment
Video:	Diverticulitis

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Cigarettes Boost Plaque Buildup

Smoking contributes to heart disease by choking off the heart's supply of blood. Byproducts of smoking damage the linings of arteries and promote the buildup of clogging plaque. And these effects extend to the tiny blood vessels that supply blood to most of the heart muscle, according to the American Heart Association.

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Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is called the "silent killer" because it has no symptoms. If high blood pressure remains unchecked, it can lead to stroke, heart attack, heart failure, and more. You can stop this silent killer — if you catch it in time.

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Bariatric Surgery
If you’re more than 100 pounds overweight, bariatric surgery may be the solution for you. Use this center to learn about the different types of procedures and the risks and benefits of each.

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