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THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES
Tai chi: A gentle way to fight stress
The gentle movements of tai chi reduce stress and offer other health benefits.

Back pain at work: Preventing pain and injury
Whether it's dull or sharp, back pain can make it hard to concentrate on your job. Learn what causes back pain at work and what you can do to prevent it.

EXPERT ANSWERS
Who gets rheumatoid arthritis?picture of elderly hands
Learn which risk factors might make you more likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis.

Silent heart attack: What are the risks?
A silent heart attack occurs with few, if any, symptoms. Find out more.

HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK
Fruit how-to: Peach honey spread
Want a new way to enjoy more fruit? Try this peach honey spread. Slice up 1 fresh peach or substitute canned peaches, but drain them first. In a bowl, combine peach slices, 2 tablespoons honey and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Mash with a fork until the mixture is the consistency of chunky applesauce. Serve as a topping for pancakes or French toast, or serve it over roasted chicken or pork.

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HEALTHY RECIPES
Cold potato-leek soup (vichyssoise)
Broiled white sea bass
Dilled pasta salad with spring vegetables
Island chiller

PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
Recognizing and treating anaphylaxis when you have food allergies
Polymorphous light eruption
Dry mouth 
Slide show: The Mediterranean diet

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Stress: Use the 80/20 rule to manage time and reduce stress
Consider putting time limits on your activities to help you conserve energy and time.