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Pets receive treatment at NC State’s Veterinary hospital

Helping Animals, Helping Humans

Jun 30, 2019 Tracy Jones 0

Researchers at NC State’s vet school are advancing medicine across the species. Ed and Ingrid Carney’s rescued German shepherd, Liesel, loves Jeep rides. During one of those rides to the beach, 5-year-old Liesel jumped out of the […]

Body & Soul Trends

Feb 28, 2018 Gina Stephens 0

Communal Workouts Drive past almost any church parking lot or park and you’ll likely see a group of folks suffering in unison through burpees, squats and lunges. Group activity isn’t a new concept but it has certainly seen a massive up-tick in […]

Allergy Season

Feb 28, 2018 Mandy Howard 0

Combating the itchy eyes and runny noses of spring There are few places more beautiful in the spring than right here in Raleigh, NC. The sun has beaten away the cold, and gray clouds have dissipated to uncover that […]

Keep Clean And Carry On

Feb 21, 2018 Lauren Kruchten 0

With the new year in full swing, we’re all on the lookout for health and beauty trends that will allow us to put our best feet forward in 2018, especially in the realm of makeup […]

Putting Technology to the Test

Oct 16, 2017 Jane Porter 0

Wearable technology has come a long way from the calculator wristwatches of the 1980s. Today’s tech can augment reality, close your garage door, ensure you get your 10,000 steps and even train you to beat stress. […]

Aging Gracefully

Jul 10, 2017 Alexandra Drosu 0

By the time you reach the golden years, you hope that you are pleased when you look into the mirror. No, we’re not suggesting that the image you see won’t show time; however, it can reflect […]

Do’s and Don’ts of Supplement Use

May 31, 2017 Alexandra Drosu 0

Powders, pills or concentrates… supplements have been around for ages; however, they continue to grow in popularity. According to the Council for Responsible Nutrition, 71 percent of U.S. adults take dietary supplements to increase overall […]

The Truth About Olive Oil

Mar 1, 2017 Alexandra Drosu 0

Not all oil is created equal; many brands don’t offer the health benefits promised The health benefits of olive oil, such as protecting against heart disease, have been well documented; however, many olive oil users […]

Body & Soul

Mar 1, 2017 Alexandra Drosu 0

Though daily stress levels have remained somewhat consistent over the years, the percentage of people reporting extreme stress has risen sharply—18 percent in 2014 to 24 percent in 2015—with stress levels increasing in younger generations. […]

Different Kind of Diva

Mar 1, 2017 Alexandra Drosu 0

Vaginal health is not a subject many women find easy to discuss, yet many who have given birth or experienced menopause have potential issues that can impact their lives. According to experts, one of the latest […]