How to combat depression during the holidays

With the holiday season upon us, many people are gearing up to spend time with loved ones and indulge in holiday meals. But for some, the holidays might not be so merry. It’s not uncommon for people to experience depression during the holidays for many different reasons, and for those who are struggling or have…

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When to worry about a fever

You probably know that the average body temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. However, normal body temperature varies from person to person and fluctuates throughout the day. A fever is when your body temperature is higher than normal, usually 100 degrees F or higher. Although fevers are a common response to illness or infection, there are…

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Health care and coverage together for your employees

Take a new look at Kaiser Permanente As a business leader, you know the importance of getting the most value for each health care dollar you spend. At Kaiser Permanente, we offer a unique care model. Not only do we provide care and coverage together (i.e. health plans and health care), but we also pioneered…

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The not-so-sweet effects of artificial sweeteners on the body

What are artificial sweeteners? Artificial sweeteners are ingredients that sweeten or enhance the flavors of foods or drinks. They’re also called sugar substitutes, non-nutritive sweeteners or non-sugar sweeteners (NSS). Most are created in a lab from chemicals to mimic sugar. They’re often sweeter than table sugar, which comes from plant sources. That means less is needed…

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