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## [Building trust with patients who have autism](https://blog.massgeneralbrighamhealthplan.org/building-trust-with-patients-who-have-autism)

 Building trust takes time with every patient. But given that April is Autism Acceptance Month, it’s...

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## [Why health literacy matters, and how to strengthen your own](https://blog.massgeneralbrighamhealthplan.org/why-health-literacy-matters-and-how-to-strengthen-your-own)

 Today, health information is available at our fingertips. A simple online search can give you...

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## [Find out which health and wellness topics are trending](https://blog.massgeneralbrighamhealthplan.org/find-out-which-health-and-wellness-topics-are-trending)

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## [Did you know getting enough sleep can help prevent heart disease?](https://blog.massgeneralbrighamhealthplan.org/did-you-know-getting-enough-sleep-can-help-prevent-heart-disease)

 February is American Heart Month, which is a good time to assess heart-healthy habits. For example,...

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## [Tips for preventing burn injuries in the kitchen](https://blog.massgeneralbrighamhealthplan.org/tips-for-preventing-burn-injuries-in-the-kitchen)

 Cultivating better habits throughout the house is important, but it's especially key in the...

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## [Easy ways to make your diet more heart-healthy](https://blog.massgeneralbrighamhealthplan.org/easy-ways-to-make-your-diet-more-heart-healthy)

 With Valentine's Day right at its center, it's not surprising that February is also American Hearth...

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