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Vicki Martinka Petersen
Vicki Martinka Petersen

Vicki Martinka Petersen, health enews contributor, is a digital copywriter on the content team at Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care. A former newspaper reporter, she’s worked in health care communications for the last decade. In her spare time, Vicki enjoys tackling her to be read pile, trying new recipes, meditating, and planning fun activities to do in the Chicago area with her husband and son.

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How medications impact the number on the scale  Featured
How medications impact the number on the scale
There are a few medications that can commonly cause weight gain. Learn what your options are.
No time for self-care? Try this 
No time for self-care? Try this
Micropractices can help you prioritize your health during your already established daily routine such as brushing your teeth.
Protect your privacy while using telehealth 
Protect your privacy while using telehealth
Consider these factors when you have an appointment outside of clinic walls.
How to make friends as an adult 
How to make friends as an adult
This skill may even benefit your health.
How to be active at park playdates 
How to be active at park playdates
Getting off the bench can help you and your kids build healthy habits.
Smoking can be a pain in the neck or back, literally 
Smoking can be a pain in the neck or back, literally
Just another reason to quit smoking.
Teen guide: How to manage your own health care 
Teen guide: How to manage your own health care
Take on a more active role with these three tips.