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Preventative health and screenings, reproductive health, and more. Our Health and Wellness posts provide helpful content to help you navigate all facets of preventative care, from reproductive health, exams and screenings, sleep, safety, and healthcare technology.

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Welcome to HealthPossible.org!

Turns out making health possible is about a lot more than taking care of your physical body.

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Heart Health Education

A healthy heart is a foundation for a healthy life.…

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Screenings + Self-Exams
Low-Cost Labs Help You Manage Your Health—And Your Budget

For twenty years, Jenn Cox, Hancock Health director of marketing,…

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Prevention
5 Quick Ways to Stay Healthy This Flu Season

Though there are signs that the 2018 flu season is…

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Reproductive Health

How to Prepare for Your First Pap Smear

For most women, turning 21 has an odd caveat to go with the milestone: their first pap smear. A pap smear (also known as a pap test) is a vaginal exam that screens for cervical cancer.

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Safety

Bike Safety Tips to Ride Happier and Healthier

Spring is (finally) here, and with it all the fun outdoor activities we’ve been waiting for. Especially biking. But before you jump on Big Red (let’s be honest, everyone has a name for their bike) to get some fresh air and exercise, be prepared.

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Sleep

Break the Insomnia Cycle, Without Pills

Nearly 38 million Americans take the sleep prescription for their insomnia. A significant fraction suffers strange side effects.

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Prevention

When should you go to immediate care? Or the ER? Or your doctor?

Wouldn’t it be nice if you never had any health problems—or if, when you did have them, they always happened during the work week at around 9:30 in the morning?

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An older woman inspecting instructions for medication while sitting on a bed.

You Are Still You, Despite Menopausal Symptoms

As your body changes, it can feel like your whole world is changing, too. Get back to yourself again after menopause by tackling some of the many changes it brings.

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Live a Healthy, Happy Life Before, During, and After Menopause

Post, peri, or just plain meno, each stage of menopause brings its…

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Should you get tested for an STD?

Sexually transmitted diseases are more common than you probably think. Find out…

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Prevention

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A young boy with a thermometer in his mouth and a parental figure holding a hand against his forehead.

Keeping Your Kids Healthy During the School Year

School is about to be back in session—which means it’s time for your kids to be surrounded by germs once more. Read on to find out how you can boost your child’s immunity before classes get back in full swing.

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Vanquishing Your Varicose Veins

Whether you’re concerned about their appearance or they’re causing you pain, varicose…

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Fun in the Sun During the Longest Day of the Year

Did you know? June 21 is nicknamed the longest day of the…

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Getting to the Heart of Women’s Health

DYK cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States? Learn how you can help.

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Why Women Should Pay Attention to Their Thyroids

January is National Thyroid Awareness Month! Find out why you should be…

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Save a Life: Donate Blood Today

January is National Blood Donor Month, and we’re celebrating the heroes who…

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Safety

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Woman putting sunscreen on a younger child's chin at a beach.

Fun in the Sun During the Longest Day of the Year

Did you know? June 21 is nicknamed the longest day of the year because it has more sunlight than any other day! Prepare for this special occasion with these sun safety tips.

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Safety Is for Everyone

June is National Safety Month, and we’ve got plenty of tips to…

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Support for Survivors: Hancock Health’s SANE Program

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and Hancock Health is here to…

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Tech

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Illustration of a woman with different pieces of technology floating around her head.

Reclaim Your Brain from Tech

In our technology-focused culture, it can be difficult to disconnect. But your brain needs its time away from tech. Find out more about the health benefits of setting your screens aside.

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Rest and Relax with Apps

Need some help settling down to sleep? There’s an app for that.…

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Five Wellness Apps to Try This Year

Check out our list of great wellness apps to help you get…

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