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Life and family

Get the latest information to help you stay on top of what's important with your life and family.

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Why are more Americans dying younger?
Get the facts on five startling health trends and learn ways to reduce your risk.

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7 normal—and not-so-normal—signs of aging
Deeply aching joints, feeling constantly exhausted and other changes that aren’t just &ldqu...

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Can you be overweight or obese and healthy?
Learn how body weight can affect disease risk.

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7 amazing facts about your liver
This essential organ weighs about 3 pounds and has more than 500 functions.

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Snack-worthy nuts to try today
Learn about the nutritional qualities of almonds, walnuts, cashews, and more.

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What are the health risks of sitting on a public toilet seat?
Learn what to expect if you accidentally sit in someone else's urine.

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Black achievements in medicine and science—and the role of HBCUs
At Sharecare, we know health and progress go hand in hand. We’re celebrating Black exc...

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Surgeon General says Americans should ‘rethink how they are living their lives’
Learn what it will take for people to truly be happier and healthier.

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Good debt vs. bad debt: What's the difference?
Going into debt is not always a negative thing. Sometimes, it can even help you in the long run.

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Can fracking harm your health?
Used to extract fossil fuels, this controversial technique can affect water and air quality in local...