Julie Briseno

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• Can Fatty Fish Reduce Your Risk of Heart Disease?

  A recent study has shown that young women may benefit by having fatty fish, as it provides protection against heart disease and stroke. According to researcher Marin Strom, PhD, Statens Serum Institut in Copenhagen, Denmark, even a modest intake of fishes that provide omega-3 fatty acids provide...

• How This Woman Came to Terms with the Reality of Ulcerative Colitis Diagnosis

  Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects more than 1 million Americans. Brooke Bogdan, founder of Companion Magazine for IBD, shares her story in hopes of raising awareness and helping others understand that they are not alone.Brooke’s storyWhile returning home from a...

• Woman with Multiple Sclerosis Uses Her Brain Scans to Create Art

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• Why Should I Breastfeed My Baby?

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• What is Blepharitis?

  What is Blepharitis?Blepharitis is the inflammation of the eyelids, usually affecting both of the eyelids where eyelashes grow.The inflammation of the eyelids is often a chronic medical condition, which is very hard to treat. Blepharitis is a condition that does not affect vision. It is also not...