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Researchers discover new pathway to cancer cell suicide

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Chemotherapy kills cancer cells. But the way these cells die appears to be different than previously understood. Researchers from the Netherlands Cancer Institute, led by Thi...

 

Ultimate Frisbee Tournament

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Join OutLoud Sports for Ultimate Frisbee on Sunday, May 26 from 10am-5pm at Westside Community Park: 7400 High Ridge Dr. El Paso, TX 79912. There will be chillin', grillin', and hanging ...

 

Is It Time for a Mental Health Checkup?

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Many of us go to the doctor to get regular checkups our body, but what about our minds? If you have any of these symptoms for more than a few weeks, it may be time for a mental checkup: ...

 

Brother's Day

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Brother’s Day on May 24th honors the male siblings in our lives. Whether we have one or many, they hold a special place in our hearts. Even for those who don’t have one, someone in their...

 

The benefits of bee pollen

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Bee pollen is available at many health food stores. You may find bee pollen in other natural dietary supplements, as well as in skin softening products used for baby's diaper rash or ecz...

 

​ The big three versus more frequent small meals

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Research studies have found that increasing meal frequency beyond three meals per day has little-to-no effect on appetite, while eating fewer than three meals per day tends to increase appet...

 

​ Working out doesn’t have to be a big deal

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Known as the ‘micro workout’, this is one of the latest fitness trends to incorporate a holistic workout that embraces: Strength training, flexibility training, mobility exercises, cardio an...

 

Melanoma in darker skin tones

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Melanoma, an aggressive form of skin cancer that accounts for 75% of all skin-cancer-related deaths, is often detected later in people with darker skin complexions -- and the consequence...

 

​ As the heat increases, so may your temper

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High heat and changing weather can affect everyone’s mood to an extent. But some people have a higher risk of mental health symptoms associated with heat. This may include people who exp...

 

Brick Fest Live

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Kids and kids at heart can enjoy a day of exploring and building with plastic bricks at Brick Fest Live, May 19, 2024, 10:00 AM, at the El Paso Convention Center1 Civic Center Plaza, El ...

 

National Endangered Species Day

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On the third Friday in May, we celebrate National Endangered Species Day and offer an opportunity to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species. National Endangered Spec...

 

Tomatoes can keep your skin rosy

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Research has consistently supported the benefits of tomatoes for sun protection. For example, a study in the British Journal of Dermatology that focused on the benefits of eating tomatoe...

 

Foods High in Vitamin A for skin health

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Recent studies suggest that increasing your intake of foods with Vitamin A can help keep your skin healthy and may even help avoid severe sun burn. Vitamin A1, also known as retinol,...

 

Don’t get burned exercising outdoors

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Outdoor workouts offer many health benefits, but exposure to excessive sun rays could be harmful to your skin. Working out in direct sunlight could cause sunburns and other related effec...

 

​ Higher vitamin A intake linked to lower skin cancer risk

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People whose diets included high levels of vitamin A had a 17 percent reduction in risk for getting the second-most-common type of skin cancer, as compared to those who ate modest amounts of...

 

Health Benefits of Human-Animal Interactions

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Nothing compares to the joy of coming home to a loyal companion. The unconditional love of a pet can do more than keep you company. Pets may also decrease stress, improve heart health, a...

 

​ Make mom a Breakfast Martini

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If you are looking to bring a smile to Mom’s face first thing Mother’s Day morning, this Breakfast Martini might just be the ticket. Here’s how to make it: Ingredients 1 1/2 ounce...

 

​ National Dog Mom's Day

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The second Saturday in May is National Dog Mom's Day which celebrates all the dog mommas! National Dog Mom's Day recognizes the bond women share with their fur kids. You can cele...

 

Pumpkin for doggie vomiting, diarrhea

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Pumpkin is a great alternative to rice for treating dog diarrhea, and it's more beneficial due to its high fiber content. It contains 7 grams of soluble fiber per cup compared to the 1.2...

 

Include your dog in your dinner plans

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It’s fun to do something different for our pets occasionally, and they certainly appreciate it, too. Here are a few different foods and meals that are safe for your dog to eat and tips o...

 

Your best workout partner may have four legs

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A simple stroll up and down your street is a great way to begin an exercise routine with your pet. Start with a brisk 5-minute walk twice a day to help get their legs moving and heartrat...

 

​ Your dog can help you with stress relief, concentration

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Spending quality time with dogs reduces stress and increases the power of brain waves associated with relaxation and concentration, according to a study published on March 13, 2024, in t...

 

Herbs for Happiness: These plants can boost your mood

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Managing stress, maintaining a sense of calm and clarity and looking after our physical wellbeing are all factors we can control. Along with some simple daily practices, we can look to p...

 

​ National Garden Meditation Day

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National Garden Meditation Day, annually on May 3rd, encourages everyone to take time for yourself and relax. Working in the garden, tending to the plants and flowers, or resting quietly on ...

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