
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES Hearing aids: How to choose the right one Many types of hearing aids exist. So which is best for you? Colon cancer screening: At what age can you stop? Colon cancer screening may have an upper age limit of effectiveness. What is it? Heart healthy for life: Avoiding heart disease Preventing heart disease begins with small steps. Find out more about maintaining a healthy heart. HEALTHY RECIPES Italian flags (tomato and mozzarella salad) Barley and roasted tomato risotto Tossed greens with pasta, fruit and balsamic vinaigrette Berries marinated in balsamic vinegar HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK Do you need sunscreen in the winter? You bet! It's as easy to get sunburned in winter as in summer. Snow reflects the sun's rays, so sunburn is possible even if you're cold. When you're outdoors in the winter, wear sunscreen on any exposed areas. Use lip balm that contains sunscreen, too. Click here to get a free e-subscription to the Housecall newsletter.
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