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Know the Science

Medical research explained plainly, with every source listed so you can check it yourself.

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All Rest and Renewal Caring for Your Body Faith in Daily Life Know the Science Getting Help Forgotten Healers

Know the Science Is Church Good for Your Health? What the Research Really ShowsOnly about 3 in 10 Americans attend church every week or almost every week. Large Harvard studies have linked regular attendance with longer life and fewer deaths of despair. Here is what those studies found, what they cannot prove, and how to find a church community that helps you heal.Central Health Editors · 5 min

Know the Science Every Minute Counts: How to Spot a Stroke or Heart Attack and What to DoSomeone in the US has a stroke every 40 seconds, yet most people cannot name all the warning signs. Learn BE FAST, the heart attack signs women often miss, why you should call 911 instead of driving, and print a card for your wallet.Central Health Editors · 6 min

Know the Science The Silent Number: What Your Blood Pressure Is Telling YouNearly half of American adults have high blood pressure, and millions do not know it. Here is how to read your numbers, how to check them at home the right way, where to get a free reading, and when a high number is an emergency.Central Health Editors · 6 min