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Global Day of Unplugging

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Look around the average American household. Smartphones, computers, gaming systems, and smart TVs may not fill every nook and cranny, but gradually these devices are taking up residence ...

 

​ Monster Jam

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Experience Monster Jam® live and become a fan for life with an ultimate day of family fun at UTEP Sun Bowl Stadium on March 1 & 2, 2025. Get ready to cheer, scream, and be amazed as mass...

 

​ Make time to meditate

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Meditation can help improve your health and well-being in many ways including reducing stress, anxiety, and depression. It can also help you sleep better and increase your focus. There ...

 

Delicious Lentil Soup – just in time for lent!

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This simple vegan lentil soup recipe comes together quickly so it’s best if you have your ingredients prepped and ready before you start cooking. The recipe yields four large bowls of so...

 

The Spring-Cleaning Workout

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If your spring-cleaning to do list is stressing you out and you are having trouble getting motivated to tackle it, try thinking of it as a great opportunity to get some exercise. Here ar...

 

Research identifies DNA, biological pathways associated with cancer risk

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Thousands of single changes in the nucleotides that make up the human genome have been associated with an increased risk of developing cancer. But until now, it's not been clear which ar...

 

Social Media Detox for Emotional Health

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A social media detox involves temporarily reducing or eliminating the use of social media platforms. This can be a beneficial way to improve mental health, reduce screen time, and increa...

 

El Paso Horror Fest

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El Paso Horror Fest is a community-based horror genre focused experience for all that reflects today’s fandom. At El Paso Horror Fest, you’ll get to meet your favorite horror icons from ...

 

National Caregivers Day

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Around the nation, dedicated healthcare professionals serve those who require long-term or hospice care. They provide vital services, reassuring patients and the families who care about ...

 

​ Laughter is the best medicine

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A good sense of humor can't cure all ailments. But it can help you feel better, even if you must force a fake laugh through your grumpiness. When you laugh, it lightens your mental load....

 

Egg substitutes that won’t crack your piggy bank

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By now everyone is feeling the pinch of the cost of eggs. With no relief in sight, (experts are saying it will be at least 6 months before we see prices stabilize) these are healthy and ...

 

​ Inexpensive exercise ideas

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In this economy, many people are looking to save a few bucks here and there. Fortunately, your physical fitness does not have to cost very much. There are many ways to exercise cheaply, ...

 

Hope for patients with advanced liver cancer, cirrhosis

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The risk of developing liver cancer is increased in people who have cirrhosis, a disease in which healthy liver tissue is replaced by scar tissue. The scar tissue blocks the flow of bloo...

 

Understanding Social Media Anxiety Disorder

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Social Media Anxiety Disorder (SMAD) is a condition characterized by excessive worry, fear, and stress related to social media use. Individuals with SMAD may experience: • Fear of missi...

 

​ Make a homemade valentine

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Today, millions of people will head to the local drugstore to find their significant other the perfectly worded Valentine’s card. Since Valentine’s Day lands on Inspire Friday this year,...

 

​Incorporate Micronutrient Foods for overall health

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Micronutrients are essential vitamins, minerals, and biochemicals our bodies need to function properly. They help us produce energy and support all the vital processes that occur in our ...

 

Diet Culture and Social Media’s influence

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Diet culture can be defined as a societal system of beliefs that prioritizes thinness as the goal of health and beauty and promotes weight loss to achieve higher social status. For many ...

 

Keystone Crafts and Culture

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Join in on the fun February 16th from 1-5 for a free Crafts and Culture Market. The market showcases mostly vegetarian food, crafts, and music too! As part of the Craft and Culture Mark...

 

Is social media affecting your work out?

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As if we need another reason to limit our screentime, experts warn that social media can negatively affect your workout performance. Studies have shown that scrolling through social medi...

 

​ Alarming rise in rates of advanced prostate cancer

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The incidence of advanced prostate cancer in California rose markedly in the decade since doctors stopped routinely screening all men for the disease, according to a new study by UC Sa...

 

The emotional benefits of watching football

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Some experts believe that watching American football can be an emotional experience that can provide a sense of community, belonging, and accomplishment. It can also be a way to release ...

 

National Girls & Women in Sports Day

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Around the country, National Girls and Women in Sports Day is recognized by schools, organizations, and teams during the first week of February. Athletics play an important role in gir...

 

Super Bowl Team Cocktails

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Super Bowl Sunday is almost considered a national holiday and every holiday brings unique ways to enjoy some libations. Here are two Super Bowl Team Inspired cocktail recipes for the 202...

 

NFL Players bask in Red Light Therapy

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NFL players are increasingly using red light therapy, also known as photo biomodulation and low-level laser therapy, to help them recover quicker and manage pain. It's a straightforward ...

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