Boosting Your Bone Health
As you age, bone health becomes more of a concern, especially for women, but men aren’t exempt from weakening bones. Changing your diet and your lifestyle can be the simple solution to better bone health. Cutting back on salt and caffeine are a quick and easy way to start. Altering your snack regimen to include […]
Check-ups Are Important for Men, Too
When questioned about their last doctor’s visit, many men won’t be able to give you a date mainly because it has been so long since they’ve had a check-up. If asked who their doctor is, the answer may be just as vague because they just don’t have a primary care doctor. Men rarely seek medical […]
Do You Have Hypertension?
Hypertension? While it may sound familiar, you are probably more familiar with the synonymous term – high blood pressure. Hypertension and high blood pressure are two terms for the same condition, a condition that is among the leading causes of heart disease worldwide. This means if you have been diagnosed with hypertension, you want to […]
Osteoporosis And Bone Health
In all likelihood, you’ve seen award-winning actress Blythe Danner on television discussing her osteoporosis diagnosis. If you have, you’ve heard her revelation that she is one of nearly 10 million Americans with the disease. And still, though you’ve heard it, you may not be aware of hows and whys of the disease and what can […]
Back to School Ills – Signs and Symptoms
Now that school is back in session, common back to school illnesses are again on the minds of parents and caregivers across the country. From the stomach flu to the common cold to strep throat, there are ways to prevent your children from falling ill. Of course, it’s important to not only know how to […]
Using Urgent Care Centers When You’ve Lost Your Health Insurance
While most people have some form of health insurance, the sad truth is there are still too many without coverage. Whether you are between jobs or have lost your health insurance for another reason, there is little doubt that a sudden onset illness or injury can result in both a financial burden and an emotional […]
Sit Less and Improve Your Health
In recent studies, sitting too much has been tied to an increased risk of dying early. What? Yes, it bears repeating, recent studies have shown that sitting too much is linked with early death from at least 14 diseases. It may sound shocking, but the studies also revealed that sitting too much can even […]
Noting the Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease
Some forgetfulness often comes with aging, but it is important to know when memory loss is an indication of a more serious condition. Age-Associated Memory Impairment is simply age-related memory loss with no other underlying conditions as the cause. Alongside Age-Associated Memory Impairment are other more serious medical conditions, like Alzheimer’s Disease, causing the […]
What you Need to Know About Your Pharmacist
While most people basically know what a pharmacist does, most pharmacists want patients to know more. Everyone has seen their pharmacists standing behind the counter filling prescriptions, but pharmacists can and do much more to help their patients. You may find your neighborhood pharmacist in a locally owned pharmacy, your favorite grocery store, a chain […]
Does Your Child Need a Back to School Check-up?
As the return to school approaches, there are a number of ways you can have your child(ren) have a safe, happy, and healthy school year. You child(ren) may be heading to school for the first time, entering the halls of high school for his or her final year, or somewhere in between. No matter what […]