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Overcoming The Loneliness Of Self-Isolation

Overcoming The Loneliness Of Self-Isolation

Article courtesy of Joseph Maroon, MD, FACS “I am glad to share with you what I have learned throughout my personal quest to overcome adversity to become an accomplished neurosurgeon, scientist, Ironman athlete, consultant, author, and advocate on healthy living and nutrition.”  ~ Dr. Joseph Maroon. By our very nature humans are programmed to live …

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Long Walks Lower Stroke Risk

Long Walks Lower Stroke Risk

Walks of an extended duration may help to reduce the odds of stroke, among older men. Walking is a popular form of physical activity, one that can be conducted by  older adults who live independently. Barbara J. Jefferis, from the University College London (United Kingdom), and colleagues studied 3,435 healthy men, ages 60 to 80 …

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