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9 Resolutions Our Doctors are Making and Why: 2025 Edition

Whether you believe in New Year’s resolutions or not, it’s always fun to see the goals and motivations others set for a fresh start — especially from those who dedicate their careers to health and wellness. That’s why we asked our doctors to share their own resolutions for 2025. ...

Got Big Fitness Goals? 7 Tips to Prevent Overtraining

Exercise can do more harm than good if you’re overtraining. Know what overtraining is and how to recognize the signs and prevent overtraining syndrome. ...

More Than Snoring: 6 Things Everyone Should Know About Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Obstructive sleep apnea is common but often goes untreated. Knowing the signs and risk factors for sleep apnea can help you get the OSA treatment you need. ...

Tipping Points and Trickle-Down Effects — 6 Things to Know About Parental Stress

Parental stress can affect your health and your child’s development if it’s not managed. Recognizing the signs of parental burnout early can help. ...

Problems Peeing? 6 Things All Men Should Know About Enlarged Prostate

An enlarged prostate comes with age, but you don’t have to live with urinary symptoms. Benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) treatment helps with peeing problems. ...

Best Age-Appropriate Gifts — According to Child Development Experts

Everyone wants to give toys and presents that are fun. But age-appropriate gifts can be more than fun if they are toys that also help development. ...

‘Tis the Season: 5 Things to Know About RSV and Young Children

RSV is highly contagious and can be dangerous in infants and children under 2. Understanding your family’s RSV risk can keep you safe. ...

6 Things to Know About Loneliness and Your Health

Feeling lonely may be common if you’re a new mom or going through a breakup, but it’s not good for your health. MU Health Care experts explain why it’s so important to manage loneliness. ...

Looking Beyond a Lump — 5 Other Signs of Breast Cancer

A lump isn’t the only breast cancer symptom. Learning the other signs of breast cancer, such as nipple discharge and skin changes, may help you spot it early. ...

Preventing Sports Injuries in Young Athletes — 7 Tips Every Parent Should Know

If you want to prevent sports injuries in young athletes, you need to know how to hydrate properly, eat like an athlete and avoid overuse injuries. ...