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Ciara Lucas
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Ciara Lucas is LIVESTRONG.com’s health writer. She is a Philadelphia-based journalist, certified personal trainer, marathoner, and indoor cycling instructor. She has previously worked at HealthDigest.com and ABC/FOX News affiliates. Ciara is a graduate of the Park School of Communications at Ithaca College.
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How Bad Is It Really to Rarely Wash Your Washcloth?
Fashion, Style and Personal Care
By Ciara Lucas
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8 Gifts for People Who Need a Better Night’s Sleep ASAP
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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Itchy Ankles? Here's What Your Body's Trying to Tell You
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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6 Things Sleep Experts Never Do Before Bed
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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The 11 Best Black Friday Deals From Brooks Running
Fitness
By Ciara Lucas
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Shop the 10 Best Black Friday Finds From Lululemon
Fitness
By Ciara Lucas
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How Bad Is It Really to Re-Wear Daily Contacts?
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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The 10 Best Mattress Toppers for Side Sleepers
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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Why More Young Adults Are Dying From Heart Attacks and How to Reduce Your Risk
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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How to Help Someone With Depression, According to a Psychologist
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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Want a Supportive Running Shoe? Try the Saysh Felix Runner, Created by Olympian Allyson Felix
Fitness
By Ciara Lucas
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Heart Disease Is More Common in LGBTQIA+ People. Here’s Why, and How We Change That
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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5 Tips to Help You Build Resilience, According to a Psychologist
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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How Bad Is It Really to Use Whitening Strips?
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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The One Thing You Should Never Do When You Shave, According to a Dermatologist
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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What Is a Vampire Facial? The Benefits and Side Effects, According to a Dermatologist
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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What Causes Ingrown Toenails and How to Treat Them
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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I'm a Run Coach, and This Workout Set Is My New Go-To for All-Day Wear
Fitness
By Ciara Lucas
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How Bad Is It Really to Shower During a Thunderstorm?
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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What Causes Water Retention and How to Treat It
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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8 Sunscreen Mistakes and How to Avoid Them, According to a Dermatologist
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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7 Ways to Protect Your Skin From the Sun When You Have Lupus
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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Arthritis in Fingers: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options
Health
By Ciara Lucas
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3 Reasons Decision-Making Gets Easier as You Age
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