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Keeping in control A person’s quality of life is largely determined by their health, says Dr. Jason Doescher, chief medical officer at Mobe, a health and wellness company in Minneapolis. “Our health is impacted by how we feel, think and react to stressors, so regular checkups and medical care are crucial, particularly during difficult times like these,” Doescher says. “By continuing to seek out health checkups and medical care when needed, we can maximize our potential to be healthy and take some control over our mental and physical well-being.” According to Doescher, studies have shown that people are experiencing significantly more stress and anxiety — and that makes it difficult to maintain overall health. “Health checkups, medical care and

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