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Try Something New

WEBEach time you take a leap of faith and try something new, you’re training your brain to remember the positive rewards associated with a new and exciting experience,” says …

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Everyday Mindfulness: How Tuning In Can Help Your Health

WEB4. Try savoring your meals. Mindful eating is one of the most established of the mindful everyday activities, and there are dozens of books on the market explaining …

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Can Exercise Boost Your Immune System

WEBExercise makes your immune system function better. It helps your body respond to viruses more quickly and optimally. Physical activity also makes your body …

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What Does Self-Care Mean

WEBQuick Read Why self-care matters. Self-care is an activity that’s good for your physical or mental well-being. These activities are different for every person, …

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4 Ways to Reduce Health Stigma and Why We Need To

WEB4 Ways to Reduce Health Stigma and Why We Need To. HIV, hepatitis C, certain cancers, mental illness and other conditions are stigmatized. Stigma is harmful and prevents …

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Climate Change Affects Health

WEBClimate change is the shift in long-term, large-scale weather patterns that result in impacts such as extreme weather events, less snow and ice cover, and higher sea levels. It’s …

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Health Benefits of Being Outdoors Right as Rain by UW Medicine

WEBTime spent in nature, on the other hand, offers a long catalog of positive effects that can be surprising. According to one study, outdoor time can reduce the risk …

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Tips for Messaging Your Doctor Right as Rain by UW Medicine

WEB4 Tips for Messaging Your Doctor, Why You May Be Billed. You can message your doctor through secure, online patient portals, like MyChart. Many hospitals and clinics are now …

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Dealing with an Undiagnosed Disease Right as Rain by UW …

WEBThere are at least 7,000 rare diseases currently identified. Some, but not all, rare diseases are genetic. Genetic and other testing and thorough medical evaluation …

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Helping a Friend With a Difficult Diagnosis

WEBUW Medicine A higher degree of healthcare. At UW Medicine, our mission is to improve the health of the public. We created Right as Rain to serve as a resource to …

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Yes, Menopause Impacts Mental Health. Here’s Why

WEBProbably your hormones. Like puberty, postpartum and other times of major hormonal shifts, perimenopause and menopause can lead to mental health struggles. Depression …

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Here’s Why Listening to Music Boosts Your Mood Right as Rain

WEBQuick Read Without music, life would B-flat. Music triggers the release of dopamine in the brain, which can help improve mood and stress levels. Research shows …

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What You Can Do to Prevent Cancer Right as Rain

WEBExercise, of course, is a great way to destress (and improve your mood!); even better, it helps keep cancer at bay. Research also shows spending time in green …

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Healthy at Every Size Right as Rain by UW Medicine

WEBFocus on overall health. Try fitting in “exercise snacking” breaks each day and come up with creative ways to eat more veggies. Prioritize getting better sleep, practicing self …

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How Does Student Debt Impact Mental Health

WEBThe federal government will be forgiving $39 billion of it, but not all borrowers will get relief. The impact of debt on mental health is not well researched, but a new …

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What Is Your Pelvic Floor and Why Should You Care

WEBIf your pelvic floor becomes too weak to sufficiently support your pelvic organs (bladder, colon, rectum, vagina, cervix, uterus), they may shift, bulge or push outward . And you’ll …

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