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Could one simple physical measure -- grip strength -- provide meaningful insight into long-term health? See what our Dr. Proulx has to say about it in the latest Health Perch article.

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Grip Strength and Mortality: The 10‑Second Longevity Test - Health Perch Grip strength predicts mortality, disease, and biological aging, but improving overall fitness and lifestyle—not just grip—extends longevity.

Here is how doctors measure aging now: Chronological Age vs. Biological Age. Check out the latest article from our Dr. Andrew Proulx! https://www.northwestpharmacy.com/healthperch/biological-age-vs-chronological-age-how-doctors-measure-aging-now

Biological Age vs Chronological Age — How Doctors Measure Aging Now - Health Perch Learn how biological age differs from chronological age and which tests doctors use to reveal your body's true aging process today.

You may have Sitting Disease if you have a desk job, and guess what? Exercise may not offset the negative health effects. Check out the latest from our Dr. Andrew Proulx.

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Sitting Disease: Why Exercise Alone Doesn’t Offset Desk Jobs - Health Perch Even daily workouts can't undo hours of sitting. Learn why sitting disease threatens your health and simple ways to fight back.

What happens when you stop taking that GLP-1 inhibitor? Our Dr. Andrew Proulx answers this in detail in our latest Health Perch article!

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GLP‑1 Weight Loss Drugs Explained: What Happens When You Stop Them? - Health Perch Learn what happens when you stop GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic, why weight returns, and how to prevent rebound.

Our Dr. Andrew Proulx explains what ChatGPT gets right and wrong when it comes to health and medical advice in our latest article.

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ChatGPT for Health Advice — What It Gets Right and Dangerously Wrong - Health Perch ChatGPT explains medical terms well but misdiagnoses two-thirds of symptoms and undertriages half of emergencies—never rely on it alone.

Can daily housework really be optimized to be a form of exercise? See what our Dr. Andrew Proulx says that can help you and your house get shipshape at the same time!

Housework as a Low-Impact, At-Home Exercise - Health Perch Discover how household chores count as low-impact exercise and help you meet health guidelines for physical and mental well-being.

Check out our latest article from Dr. Andrew Proulx on adult acne.

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Acne as You Age: Why It Still Might Be a Problem - Health Perch Adult acne differs from teenage acne in causes, types, and treatment. Learn how to prevent and manage it effectively.

Get the lowdown on the best laser skin treatments to fight wrinkles from our Dr. Andrew Proulx!

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Best Laser Treatments to Fight Wrinkles - Health Perch Discover how ablative, non-ablative, and fractional laser treatments effectively reduce wrinkles and restore youthful, firm and radiant skin.

Critical for your health! Our Dr. Proulx explains why you should have an annual physical exam by your doctor:

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Annual Physicals: Why It’s a Good Idea to See Your Doctor Every Year - Health Perch Learn why annual doctor visits matter for preventive care, cancer screening, chronic disease management, and catching health problems before symptoms appear.

These are the best stretches for your lower back pain. Check out our latest article from Dr. Andrew Proulx!

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Best Stretches for Lower Back Pain - Health Perch Research-proven stretches and exercises to relieve lower back pain, improve flexibility, and reduce disability.