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How our diet factors into healing and recovery

Every phase of wound healing requires extra protein, experts say: to knit cells and skin back together and to strengthen injured muscles.

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A guide to navigating flu season

Every fall, like clockwork, health experts start talking about how important it is to get a flu shot. And every year, some people say that the flu isn’t so bad — until they get it.

The ins and outs of Medicare supplement guaranteed issue plans

Medicare has special rules for employees, or their spouses, who are covered by an employer’s group health insurance. It can mean you don’t have to answer underwriting questions to qualify.

Savvy Senior: Tips for long-distance caregivers

Providing care and support for an aging parent who lives far away can present a variety challenges. Here are some tips and resources that might help.

Gabrielle Union, family find joy one step at a time

Gabrielle Union has pair of big movies out — “Strange World” and “The Inspection” — but her mind is on family. And dancing.

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