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Health information from around the Dartmouth Health System

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5 Surprising Benefits of Walking

Walking is a good way to start a new exercise regime, as it can lower stress, increase heart health, and burn calories.

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Alcohol Is Hurting Your Health

Alcohol affects every major organ in your body. Here's how to cut back.

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How to Sleep in Times of Stress

Is stress keeping you awake? Learn from our experts how you can get a better night’s rest.

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What Are Adaptogens?

Some say they can help the body cope with stress among other benefits. Doctors say the evidence is not conclusive.

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How Weightlifting Improves a Woman's Health

Learn how weightlifting can buffer against women's hormonal changes by strengthening their bodies and improving long-term health.

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Why a Workplace Screening Saved a Fire Marshal's Life

Cancer Survivor Peter Lennon thought someone in his department might end up with cancer. He did not expect it would be him.

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Do You Need an Updated COVID-19 Vaccination?

Learn why getting an updated COVID-19 vaccine this fall is recommended by experts.

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Patients Finding Their Way Forward with Courage and Tenacity

From a fire marshal battling colorectal cancer to an avid fisherwoman needing joint replacement surgery, these stories offer an intimate and compelling view into our patients’ worlds.

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