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You’ve also probably heard that a coronavirus vaccine is… See more Type of VaccinesJuly 22, 2020 Here are the four basic types of vaccines. Live-attenuated vaccines: use a weakened (or attenuated) version of the germ that causes a specific disease. One or two doses of the vaccines can provide strong, life-long protection. However, these types of vaccines can be… See more Taking Care of Your Heart Can Help Maintain Your Brain HealthBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESJuly 21, 2020You can reduce your risk for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease by exercising, eating a healthy diet, getting adequate sleep, controlling blood pressure and inflammation and managing stress. And to help maintain brain health, try to:… See more How Much Do You Know About Medical Marijuana? Maybe Not as Much as You ThinkBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESJuly 20, 2020 As of early 2020, 33 states legalized marijuana for medicinal purposes and another 11 states plus Washington, D.C. legalized it for recreational use. That’s a lot of people who can legally use Mary Jane. Of course, people use it for different reasons. Recreational users want to experience… See more Another Study Supports the Health Benefits of Whole-Fat Dairy ProductsBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESJuly 18, 2020 Experts have spent decades warning Americans to limit their intake of whole-fat dairy products. However, over the last few years, a few studies have turned the tables on this advice, suggesting full-fat dairy products are heart healthy. And now, a new study has found that eating at least two… See more COVID-19: Why Do Some People Develop Life Threatening Complications?By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESJuly 17, 2020 Since early 2020, medical and public health professionals have been scrambling to understand COVID-19. So far, a majority of those whose infections were confirmed with testing — 80 percent — had mild symptoms and recovered with little medical intervention, which is obviously great news. … See more Will You Be Ready to Fight Off the Next Virus?By Dr. Andrea KlemesMDVIPJuly 16, 2020 Over the years, you've probably seen many magazine articles and TV shows talking about unique herbs and exotic fruits that can boost your immune system. Unfortunately, there's no magic pill where your immune system is concerned. You’ll need to put in the work to get your whole body healthier.… See more Want to Run a Marathon? Train at a Slower Pace for Your HeartBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESJuly 3, 2020 It’s not news that exercise -- particularly aerobic activity – is good for your heart. And as long as your doctor approves, it’s never too late to begin working out to improve your cardiovascular health. But a lot of people, once they get into the groove of their workouts, quickly go… See more Take Steps to Prevent a Heat Injury Before, During and After GardeningBy Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESJuly 2, 2020 The summer heat can make gardening not only miserable but dangerous. Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can raise the risk for heat injuries such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Fortunately, these injuries are preventable. Here are some steps you can take to stay healthy… See more Music Therapy May Reduce Chest Pains After Heart Attacks By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHESJuly 1, 2020 After having a heart attack, it’s common to make lifestyle changes. Get more exercise. Give up certain foods. Throw away the cigarettes. Another step that may help especially if you’re experiencing chest pains following a heart attack – also known as early post-infarction angina: Listen to more… See more Load More Leave this field blank Our Philosophy & History Leadership Team Living Well Blog Brain Health Resources & Quiz Gut Health Resources & Quiz Body Fat Resources & Quiz Longevity Resources & Quiz Heart Health Resources & Quiz Men's Health Resources & Quiz Women's Health Resources & Quiz Press Room Careers MDVIP Foundation Partnerships Contact Us A Great Place to Work Company Mdvip Lead Form Sign Up for the Newsletter First Name Last Name Email Address Phone Number* (optional) Home ZIP Code I would like MDVIP to call me. I would like MDVIP to call me Send Message*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. 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