Happy marriages can help lower blood pressure
      A happy marriage can be good for one's blood pressure, according to new research. New research from Brigham Young University shows that happily married adults have lower blood pressure than singles with supportive social networks, suggesting marriage may literally be a matter of the heart.
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Red Cross honors its volunteers
      The American Red Cross of Ventura County celebrated its volunteers at the recent Volunteer Recognition Event.
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Free health screenings offered for women
      The Conejo Free Clinic, in partnership with Kaiser Permanente Thousand Oaks, is sponsoring a free women's health screening for underinsured and uninsured women from 9 a.m. to noon Sat., April 19 at Kaiser Permanente, 365 E. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks.
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Taking care of older family members
Experts present a checklist of vital tips for caregivers
      Most people don't plan on becoming caregivers for older or disabled family members or friends. It just happens. And when it happens, caregivers need to plan for their loved ones' daily living needs, medical issues and legal and financial concerns, all while juggling their own da...
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