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by Kara Wexler We live in a very busy world today, but National Women’s Health Week is here to remind you that maintaining good health needs to be a top priority. National Women’s Health Week (NWHW) is a nationwide initiative to get women working toward a healthier and happier lifestyle, through small and manageable steps.

May 11, 2015
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by Sierra Weiss   This is the final installment of the three-part series about my genetic screening experience with JScreen. My name is Sierra and I am a freshman at Emory University. A few weeks ago, I elected to be screened to learn about my genetic makeup. Although I don’t plan to start a family

April 24, 2015
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by Kara Wexler Earlier last month, Lifetime TV unveiled a new series, which brings the African-American and Jewish-American communities together in holy matrimony… literally. In this new docu-sitcom, “Kosher Soul” (#KosherSoul), Jewish Los Angeles stylist Miriam Sternoff and African-American comedian O’Neal McKnight find love and seek to navigate the world of interfaith and interracial marriage.

April 17, 2015
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by Sierra Weiss   April 19th – 25th is Every Kid Healthy Week. When couples get screened for genetic disorders before having children, they’re taking an empowered step toward a strong, healthy family. As a show of support for this important week, embrace your inner child by indulging in one of these kid-approved pastimes!   Taking a Nap Back in

April 10, 2015
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by Eddye Golden   In 2013, Billboard magazine released a list of the top 30 Jewish musicians. While the collection was rich with talent, a whole lot can happen in the music industry in two years! We decided it was time for an updated version, so here are our picks for the top Jewish musicians

April 10, 2015
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by Amanda Satsky   Florida is a great place to live, but it also happens to be a wonderful place to visit. And just in time for April, Florida has got a lot going on. Whether you’re a sports fanatic, love to shop, or simply want to relax, you can fulfill your kind of fun

April 2, 2015
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by Amanda Satsky The 8-day festival of Passover is swiftly approaching, and by now you’re probably well versed in the traditions. As you’re rounding up and removing every last Chametz crumb from your home, you might also be wondering how you’ll make the highly symbolic matzah bread the star of the show this year. Here’s

March 26, 2015
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by Nadine Paull   Passover. A holiday that, for so many of us, means large meals with family and the end of sandwiches as we know them for what feels like ages. Past experiences with this breadless holiday have taught me some valuable lessons in navigating the traditions.   Always sit next to your favorite

March 26, 2015
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by Nadine Paull   National Doctor’s Day provides one nationally recognized day of the year to show our appreciation for our doctors. Here are 5 facts you may not already know about this special day, and this lifesaving profession!   1. National Doctor’s Day is always celebrated on March 30th, commemorating the very first use

March 23, 2015
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by Nadine Paull   Relationships offer the best of so many worlds: exhilaration, excitement, hard work, and familiarity. Perhaps one of the most important aspects of maintaining healthy, balanced relationships, is making time for quality time — and knowing how to spend that time effectively! Whether you’re a fan of the classics or up for

March 20, 2015
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