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Type 2 diabetes: The Optum Store Guide

Diabetes is a complex medical problem that requires day-to-day management. But with the right information and a supportive care team, people with diabetes can live a long and healthy life.
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Heart health: The Optum Store Guide

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. We answer your questions about why it develops and how you can keep your heart healthy.
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Good mental health: The Optum Store Guide

Taking care of your mind is just as important as taking care of your body. Here’s how to protect your mental and emotional well-being — and what to do when it needs a boost.
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Colds and flu: The Optum Store Guide

Could that sniffle or scratchy throat be the start of a cold or the flu? Here’s how to tell the difference between the two — and how to feel better, faster.

Nancy Fitzgerald

By Nancy Fitzgerald
Published September 28, 20228 minute read
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Birth control: The Optum Store Guide

There are many contraceptive methods, from daily pills to devices you can forget about for years. Our guide will help you understand your options.

Erin Boyle

By Erin Boyle
Published July 19, 202211 minute read
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Acid reflux: The Optum Store Guide

Feel the burn? If you sometimes get that uncomfortable sensation climbing upward into your throat, it might be acid reflux. Here’s why you get it — and how you can make it better.

Erin Boyle

By Erin Boyle
Published July 8, 20229 minute read
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Period pain: The Optum Store Guide

Tired of dealing with menstrual cramps every month? We’ve put together the ultimate guide on what causes different types of period pain — and how you can get relief.

Erin Boyle

By Erin Boyle
Published June 22, 20228 minute read
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Panic attacks: The Optum Store Guide

Panic attacks can be scary. Our guide will help you understand the symptoms and causes of these intense episodes — and how you can overcome them.

Karen Asp

By Karen Asp
Published May 19, 20228 minute read
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COVID-19: The Optum Store Guide

Millions of people have been infected with COVID-19. Our guide covers everything you need to know about symptoms, vaccines, tests, treatments and more.

Erin L. Boyle

By Erin L. Boyle
Published May 13, 202212 minute read
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New mom health: The Optum Store Guide

Having a baby is exciting, but some of the postpartum changes in your body might surprise you. Here’s what to expect after you give birth and how you can feel your best.

Lauren Bedosky

By Lauren Bedosky
Published May 6, 202211 minute read
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Sleep: The Optum Store Guide

Getting 7 to 9 hours of quality sleep each night can help keep you healthy and happy. Here’s everything you need to snooze better.

Linda Rodgers

By Linda Rodgers
Published April 29, 202214 minute read
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Adult acne treatment: The Optum Store Guide

Breakouts are a fact of life for many adults, but you can get on the path to clearer skin. Learn what causes acne and the best ways to treat it now.

Jennifer Howze

By Jennifer Howze
Published April 20, 202210 minute read
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