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3 Popular Cold Remedies That Can Do More Harm Than Good

A steamy bowl of chicken soup may not be the cure for the common cold, but it won’t make things worse. Unfortunately, that’s not the case for some over-the-counter or at-home cold remedies, which may do more harm than good. “This is especially true for older people,”...

Fibroids 101 with Dr. Elizabeth Lucal of Nuvance Health

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This story was contributed by Elizabeth Lucal, MD, VP of Women’s Health Services, Nuvance Health. Your questions about fibroids, answered Fibroids are very common. Here is what you need to know about fibroids, including different treatment options. If fibroids...

Essential questions to ask a Family Law Attorney in the initial interview

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Consulting with an attorney about a divorce case may seem overwhelming. If you have never been through the process, you may not know what questions to ask or what information may or may not be relevant. In addition, emotions are often high since it may feel like so...

Meet a Mom: Spinal Stroke Survivor Steph Cowie

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Steph Cowie, her son Sean and husband Jim This story originally appeared on The Local Moms Network. In January 2018, Stephanie (Steph) Cowie suffered a devastating stroke, Vascular Myelopathy, to her spinal cord. Immediately, the mom of one was paralyzed. She...

6 Steps to Getting Back to Work After Time Off

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Moms who leave their jobs to be with their kids have always been faced with a challenge, if and when they decide to go back to work. And in the last few years, the pandemic forced more moms than ever before to leave their jobs to prioritize their families. By some...

9 Toddler Boots for Cold-Weather Outdoor Fun

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This story originally appeared on The Local Moms Network. When it comes to keeping your little adventurer’s feet toasty and dry, a solid pair of toddler boots is essential. From sturdy snow boots to withstand the most frigid temps, to colorful galoshes made for...