Health & Wellness - May 2018 Archives

Kratom, an herbal extract that comes from the leaves of an evergreen tree grown in Southeast Asia, can be chewed, and dry kratom ...

Though preparation is likely the most important part of staying safe during a hurricane or severe weather, risks remain once the threat has passed. In ...

Many chicken Parmesan recipes are drowning in cheese — and calories. This lighter version is finished with a sprinkling of mozzarella. Each Thursday, one ...

The American Cancer Society has announced updated guidelines as to when most folks should begin being screened for colon and rectal cancer. Colon and ...

June is recognized as Men's Health Month by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Men’s Health Month heightens the awareness of preventable health problems, ...

MRI stands for magnetic resonance imaging. It’s a noninvasive way for your health care provider to examine your organs, tissues and skeletal system. While ...

Pain rehabilitation programs offer nondrug options for managing chronic pain. These may include physical, occupational and psychological therapy. Pain ...

The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30. In this second part of a four-part series, review some medical safety steps to consider when ...

"When you're designing your weight management plan, do an inventory of your strengths and challenges. Recognize and rely on your strengths. This will give you ...

On Miranda Mead's 16th birthday she failed her driving test. Although she had been looking forward to getting her license ...

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Stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It's also a leading cause of ...