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Sunday, November 8, 2009
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The articles below are provided by the Cleveland Plain Dealer and are written by their reporters about health topics currently in the news.
Title: Staying healthy and leading a normal life with type 1 diabetes: a NetWellness column
Summary: Life is different with diabetes, but it can still be normal. Everyone has a choice -- you can be in control of diabetes -- or you can let diabetes control you.
Published: 2009-11-04 - Updated: 2009-11-04; Source: Cleveland Plain DealerTitle: Take charge of your mental health: a NetWellness column
Summary: Each year, roughly one in four Americans will be affected by some form of mental illness. When treated, rates of recovery are high. However, fewer than half of those with diagnosable mental illnesses will seek treatment.
Published: 2009-10-28 - Updated: 2009-10-27; Source: Cleveland Plain DealerTitle: Chewing tobacco can affect sugar control in diabetics: a NetWellness column
Summary: Cutting back on some forms of smokeless tobacco, particularly pouch and plug tobacco, could have a substantial effect on blood sugar control in people with diabetes.
Published: 2009-10-21 - Updated: 2009-10-20; Source: Cleveland Plain DealerTitle: Bacterial infection in women may cause fertility problems: a NetWellness column
Summary: Bacterial vaginosis is the most common infection for pregnant women, affecting over 1 million women per year. Studies show that pregnant women with bacterial vaginosis may have babies who are born premature or with low birth weight.
Published: 2009-10-14 - Updated: 2009-10-08; Source: Cleveland Plain DealerTitle: You can make your tailgate party healthy without sacrificing fun: a NetWellness column
Summary: There is no reason why you can't enjoy a tailgate party; you just need to do it wisely. The key to a fun and healthy tailgate party is being adventurous with food preparation. All foods can be enjoyed in moderation.
Published: 2009-10-07 - Updated: 2009-10-06; Source: Cleveland Plain DealerTitle: Tips for sticking to a diabetic diet: a NetWellness column
Summary: Of all the chronic diseases, diabetes is one of the most challenging to patients because it requires changes in behaviors like eating, taking medications, checking blood sugars, and exercise. We know that adhering to dietary changes and exercise are the most difficult.
Published: 2009-09-30 - Updated: 2009-09-29; Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer