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June 01, 2023
Chlamydia and STIs: What You Need to Know
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are not a fun or easy topic to talk about. Understanding what STIs are can better protect you and your loved ones. Continue reading to get the facts about chlamydia and other common STIs. What is Chlamydia? Chlamydia is caused by bacteria passed through sexual contact. It is a curable STI…
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May 30, 2023
5 outdoor water activities (and 25 Capital Region places) to keep your toddler cool this summer
Looking for a summer activity that might leave your children cleaner than when they started? Try water games! These fun, refreshing games will provide hours of fun in the sun for you and your child. Grab your hose to get started! Water slide Pick up a fancy Slip ‘N Slide® from the store or keep…
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May 23, 2023
Maternity Benefits Part II: Breastfeeding Benefits
It takes a team effort to make breastfeeding work. Many new parents lean on their partners, parents, friends, co-workers, employer, providers, lactation consultants, and local breastfeeding support groups to help them along the way (not to mention a trusty breast pump that you can get for free from your health plan).
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May 09, 2023
Join the pickleball craze! What it is and where to play in the Capital Region
Pickle what? Pickleball! But what is it? It’s one of the fastest growing sports out there, gaining several million players in the past few years alone. It can be played with two players in singles format, but the more popular selection seems to be doubles, which has four players. The best part? Pickleball can be…
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April 12, 2023
4 Ways CDPHP members can get their health on track and prevent prediabetes
Over 37 million adults and children in the U.S. are living with diabetes. While that is an eye-opening statistic, here’s an even bigger shocker – 96 million Americans age 20 and older are considered prediabetic.
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April 06, 2023
Protect your back while doing yardwork
Gardening and yardwork season is finally here! After a long winter, people are excited to be outside doing spring clean-up and tending to their lawn, flowers, and vegetable gardens. Here is how you can avoid the stiffness and lower back pain often felt after the first gardening of the season: If despite all your efforts…
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