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Houston Health & Fitness

Geriatric care managers – caregivers reaching new heights

70 million Baby Boomers are turning 65 — the fastest growing population in the U.S. In 2009, 12.9 % of the U.S. population was 65 years or...
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A Tribute to Dr. Denton Cooley

Where would the journey of heart health be now, if it weren’t for Dr. Denton Cooley? At 92, he has had an amazing life! He recently wrote his...
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Support is there for those who ask

In addition to my contributions here at The Examiner, I also write for a blog called Living Self-Care. Twice a year, for a week, we host a "...
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Keeping kids active during summer vacation

With the end of school and summer vacation right around the corner, it’s time to decide how you’re going to keep the kids active and...
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What is a silent heart attack?

If you’ve been reading my articles, then you should be well versed on heart disease and heart attacks, but one thing I haven’t...
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What is congestive heart failure (CHF)?

When my mother was recently diagnosed with congestive heart failure, I decided to do a little bit of research to find out what it is, what causes...
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Houston meditation opportunities

There are a variety of meditation opportunities in the Houston area, many of which follow the Buddhist, mindfulness tradition. Here are a few that...
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Pursue good, not bad, forms of attachment

One of the concerns in mindfulness meditation, and remaining mindful in general, is attachment. There are really two different ways of thinking...
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Houstonian Noah Rattler talks about homelessness

What does it mean to be homeless? Is it a pandemic or epidemic? And what are some of the factors that contribute to the issue and what makes it...
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Your Heart and Potassium

Why is potassium important to your heart?Potassium aids your heart in beating. Sounds important, right? It is a crucial mineral for your heart to...
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