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JULY 2011

Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is characterized by symptoms of pain or discomfort in the abdomen that persist for at least three months. Symptoms may include...
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Feel Like You Have No Energy?

Fatigue describes the feeling that you have no energy or motivation. Read on for suggestions for reducing fatigue.
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Is Social Networking Changing the Face of Medicine?

The reaction to the 2009 U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendations that women in their 40s did not need routine mammograms was swift. Using email, social networking sites and electronic bulletin boards, breast cancer survivors vented...
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Buy Healthy Foods on a Budget

Healthy eating can get expensive, but advance planning and budgeting can help you reign in costs without sacrificing nutritious foods.
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Recipe of the Month

Recipe Image You want to eat healthier, but you love those good ole recipes passed down from generation to generation. From appetizers to desserts to good nutritional tips, each month a yummy recipe will be featured as our 'Recipe of the Month'. Each recipe has been modified for healthier eating and living.
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Safe Sitter Class

Safe Sitter is a program that teaches boys and girls ages 11 to 13 how to handle emergencies when caring for children. Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital, Wednesday, July 27, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., cost: $55. To learn more or to register,
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Trot for Tots

Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital presents the 2nd Annual Trot for Tots 5K Run/Walk. All proceeds will go to provide car seats for infants in need. This year's event will feature a Halloween costume contest for children and other activities. Come enjoy the fun on Saturday, October 29.
www.rsfh.com/trot

Summer Sun Exposure Quiz

More About Sunburn

Video: IBS

Due Date Calculator

Nutrition: How Do You Fuel Your Workout?

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