Common Diseases and Illnesses
We all want to live a long, healthy life. Having a health issue will make it harder for anyone to stay healthy and strong. Eating right, exercising more often, and making the right choices will help you stay healthy. One of the first steps to a healthier life is to understand how certain health issues are a result of unhealthy lifestyle choices. Check out the different topics and learn more about the different diseases and illnesses that are impacting our communities.
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Heart Disease
What is heart disease? Heart diseases affect the heart and blood vessels....
Cancer
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What is obesity? Being obese means having so much body fat that...
