Thanks to imaging tests such as X-rays, CT (computed tomography) scans, and mammograms, these procedures have saved countless lives and significantly increase a physician’s ability to accurately diagnosis, stage, and treat conditions that in years past would have gone undetected.
Read MoreHere are some reasons why allowing your dog into your bedroom at night could be a win-win for both of you:
Read MoreFalling for anyone, but especially the elderly, can be serious and costly. Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention tell the story:
Read MoreAbout 10 percent of people in the U.S. will experience an open sore in the lining of their gastrointestinal tract known as an ulcer. An ulcer can occur in the upper portion of the small intestine (duodenal ulcer), the stomach (gastric ulcer), and the esophagus (esophageal ulcer).
Read MoreSpring has arrived! It’s time to usher in warmer, sunny days helping shake off the cold winter blues.
Read MoreEach and every day our immune system quietly does its job of protecting and defending our bodies from harm.
Read MoreEvery day, just about all of us depend on using some sort of “smart” technology. From texting, emailing, or web surfing on your smartphones or computers, technology is here to stay.
Read MoreHaving a “senior moment” may initially be funny but have you ever become concerned if they are happening more frequently? Could it be early signs of Alzheimer’s or is it simply normal aging?
Read MoreVitamin D can be a rather elusive vitamin for obtaining what we need for good health. It’s not abundantly found in many food sources and our main way of getting it is from the sun.
Read MoreThie 2017-2018 flu season has been one of the deadliest in recent years. So far, at least 63 children have died from the flu and there’s no sign of it letting up as the number of deaths and hospitalizations continue to rise amongst people of all ages.
Read MoreHaving a headache is one of the most common occurrences for many individuals. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that almost half of all adults worldwide will experience a headache in any given year.
Read MoreNo matter if you’ve been smoking for years or recently started, becoming tobacco-free will be one of your wisest decisions of your life. You’ll feel better, you and your house and vehicle will smell better, food will taste better, and better yet, you’ll save a lot of money.
Read MoreWith the flu season still in full force, are you doing everything you can to protect yourself and others from getting a cold or flu? When cooped up indoors all winter around those sneezing and sniffling, challenges us to stay healthy.
Read MoreThe most popular detoxes lately have been to drink “cleansing” fruit and vegetable juice. Juicing however is devoid of protein and fiber, vital nutrients needed on a daily basis which could lead to loss of muscle mass and not feeling full.
Read MoreHere are ideas to keep you focused and disciplined on staying in shape so you’ll come through the holidays a fitness winner:
Read MoreToday, things have changed – probiotics are all the rage and we are told if we want a happy, healthy tummy, we need to be eating foods containing these substances.
Read MoreHere are several things all of us should do to boost our levels of HDL reducing our risk of CAD:
Read MoreAsk how this horrific epidemic began and all it takes is a brief look into a seemingly innocent yet likely source in each of our homes – our medicine cabinets.
Read MoreThe nutrient we associate most with making our bones strong is the mineral calcium. Vitamin D, magnesium intake and weight bearing exercise also have roles in keeping bones healthy. Now we can also add vitamin K2 to this list.
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