Can Cultivating Strong Friendships Create a Happy and Healthier Life?

By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA Do you ever think about how important your friendships are for your health and well-being? You may not realize it, but your social bonds play a crucial role in promoting good health. Strong friendships are a source of joy, companionship, and connection. Investing in meaningful relationships with others can lead to better health and well-being. In this fast-paced and technologically advanced interconnected world we live in, the power of…

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Health and Wellness: Finalists Named in Sharecare Awards

by Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA Sharecare Inc. the digital health company, founded by Jeff Arnold, helps people manage all their health in one place. Sharecare launched the Sharecare Awards[*] — a competition to inspire and honor the creators of health and wellness broadcast and digital media programming that demonstrate “sharing care.” Sharecare partnered with The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, New York Chapter (the producer of the Emmy®Awards), to host the inaugural…

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New Lifestyle Site at BarbaraFicarra.com

By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA While Healthin30.com continues to provide health information, a new sister site has been launched. Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA is the creator and founder of BarbaraFicarra.com, a lifestyle destination site to help you live a happier, bolder, healthier and a more stylish life. Barbara explores the intersection between interior design, health, tech and art. HEALTH AND INTERIOR DESIGN As a registered nurse and an interior design enthusiast, I combined…

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Heart Disease in Women: It’s a Big Deal

By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA Heart disease in women is a big deal. The number one killer of women is heart disease. In the United States, 1 in 4 women dies from heart disease. This post addresses signs and symptoms of a heart attack in women, important numbers you ought to know, and ways to help reduce stress by focusing on you. #Take15Minutes each day for YOU. Ladies, love your heart. It’s important to know your…

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Quote – Life’s Most Persistent and Urgent Question is…

By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?” – Martin Luther King, Jr.   — Connect with Barbara | Stay in Touch ·      Twitter @BarbaraFicarra  ·      Instagram @BarbaraFicarra  ·      Founder Healthin30.com  ·      Facebook Healthin30  ·      Facebook Barbara Ficarra  ·      LinkedIn  ·      Barbara Ficarra on Huffingtonpost  ·      Google Plus  ·      Barbara Ficarra on Doctor Oz  

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