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Anti-Smoking Campaigns Saved 8M Lives

A new study shows anti-tobacco campaigns in the past 50 years have increased the life span of 8 million Americans by 20 years. Experts say without the intense campaigning against cigarettes started five decades ago, around 4 million Americans would have died before retirement.

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ABHO Renews its Annual Educational Scholarship

We are pleased to announce the renewal of our annual ABHO Educational Scholarship fund. This scholarship gives overachieving, financially disadvantaged high school students the ability to attend an advanced private high school to challenge and better prepare them for their future.

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Doctors Warn Against "Dangerous" Detox Diets

New reports show “detoxing” or “cleansing” diets may not offer as many health benefits as people think. In fact, doctors say detox diets can actually be extremely hazardous to your health, and could land you in the hospital.

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Five Unexpected Things Medicare Doesn't Cover

Many older Americans expect Medicare to cover their health costs as they age. But did you know necessities like hearing aids, dentures, and eye exams aren’t covered by Medicare? For those services, you’ll need to buy a supplement.

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How Young is Too Young for Weightlifting

Everyone is an advocate for active kids- but the debate over weightlifting for children isn’t as clear cut. What the experts think about kids lifting kettle balls.

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