Posted on May 20th, 2013 by Dana Sparks
THIS WEEK’S TOP STORY Breast Cancer Public support for breast cancer awareness and research funding has helped improve the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. Expert Answers Mammogram guidelines: What are they? Mastectomy Aspirin allergy: What are the symptoms? Lyme disease Organ donation: Don’t let these myths confuse you HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK Posture [...]
Posted on May 13th, 2013 by Dana Sparks
THIS WEEK’S TOP STORY Weight loss: Ready to change your habits? Before you plunge into a weight-loss program, see if you’re truly ready to change. Expert Answers Fiber supplements: Safe to take every day? Get walking with this 12-week walking schedule Teen suicide: What parents need to know Office ergonomics: Your how-to guide Penis health: Identify [...]
Posted on May 6th, 2013 by Dana Sparks
THIS WEEK’S TOP STORY Asthma treatment: 3 steps to better asthma control — Use a three-step approach to keep asthma symptoms under control and prevent asthma attacks Expert Answers Asthma diet: Does what you eat make a difference? Perimenopause Ricin poisoning Asthma control test How many hours of sleep are enough? HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK [...]
Posted on April 29th, 2013 by shawnbishop
THIS WEEK’S TOP STORY Stress assessment: Rate your stress — Don’t wait until stress has a negative impact on your health, relationships or quality of life. Start practicing a range of stress management techniques today. Expert Answers Hygiene hypothesis: Early germ exposure prevents asthma? Menstrual cycle: What’s normal, what’s not Health savings accounts: Is an [...]
Posted on April 15th, 2013 by Dana Sparks
THIS WEEK’S TOP STORY Counting calories: Get back to weight-loss basics Weight control really boils down to one thing – calories. See what steps you can take to win the calorie battle. Expert Answers Natural aphrodisiacs: Do they work? Precocious puberty Diabetes and Alzheimer’s linked Joint pain Seasonal allergies: Nip them in the bud Now Blogging Stress [...]
Posted on April 8th, 2013 by Dana Sparks
THIS WEEK’S TOP STORY Social support: Tap this tool to beat stress The benefits of supportive personal relationships are less stress and better health. Here’s how to get and stay connected. Special Announcement Three Imperatives to Transform Health Care in America John Noseworthy, M.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic, will lead a discussion at The [...]
Posted on April 1st, 2013 by Dana Sparks
FEATURED TOPIC Hospice care: Comforting the terminally ill Hospice care provides comfort — rather than a cure — to the terminally ill. Find out what to expect. Highlights Hammertoe and mallet toe Teen sleep: Why is your teen so tired? Healthy diet: Do you follow dietary guidelines? Guide to types of weight-loss surgery Pregnancy after [...]
Posted on March 25th, 2013 by Dana Sparks
FEATURED TOPIC Adult ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) Adult ADHD can lead to challenges at work, in relationships and in other areas of your life. The right treatment can make a big difference. Highlights Medications and supplements that can raise your blood pressure Gout pain: Relief and prevention Rheumatoid arthritis pain: Tips for protecting your joints Video: [...]
Posted on March 18th, 2013 by Dana Sparks
FEATURED TOPIC Overuse injury: How to prevent training injuries To avoid an overuse injury, pace yourself and follow proper training techniques. Try these tips to stay injury-free. Highlights Lung CT scan for cancer: Should you be screened? Alzheimer’s treatments: What’s on the horizon? Cosmetic surgery: What to know beforehand Baby bath basics: A parent’s guide [...]