2024 Flu Vaccine Effectiveness
Oct. 4, 2024 – The CDC says the influenza vaccine being used this flu season might be less effective than the one used last flu […]
What You Need to Know About the Latest Weight-Loss Drugs
Celebrities tout them. Diet programs recommend them. You may even know several people who take them. Behind the buzz, trendy weight-loss drugs have helped many […]
Essential Guidelines for Firework Safety
Thousands of Americans, many of them children, are injured each year in firework accidents. Most of these injuries occur during the Fourth of July holiday […]
Making Family Fitness Fun
Physical activity is a vital part of staying healthy. Encouraging healthy habits in your child is one of the best things a parent can do […]
The My Plate Lowdown
One source for sound nutrition advice is the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). As a reference for meal planning, the AND recommends MyPlate.govand the Dietary Guidelines for […]
Should I Still Eat That?
While some eating habits may be considered quirky (like putting ketchup on everything), others are downright dangerous. That’s usually because they up the risk for […]
Snow Shoveling and Slips Bring Cold Weather Dangers
Clearing away snow can be hazardous to your health, experts warn. Shoveling snow causes 100 deaths a year in the United States, and injuries due […]
Walking Speed and Diabetes
People can walk away their risk of developing type 2 diabetes – but only if they walk fast enough, a new report finds. Folks who […]
Get the Facts About Holiday Splurges
The holidays are a time to be with those you love. You gather together, tell stories, laugh, and, unfortunately for a lot of people, eat […]
Prostate Cancer: The Basics
No man wants to hear that he has prostate cancer, but if he is diagnosed he will need to learn about the disease and how […]
Breast Cancer: Early Detection
You have a better chance of surviving breast cancer if your healthcare provider finds and treats it early, when it’s small and hasn’t spread. The […]
School Refusal
What is school refusal? School refusal is a term used to describe the signs of anxiety a school-aged child has and their refusal to go […]
Understanding Infectious Disease Specialists
When it comes to your health, it’s essential to have access to the right medical professionals who can guide you through potential risks and concerns. […]
Protect your skin
What are sunscreens? Sunscreens protect the skin. They play an important role in blocking ultraviolet (UV) radiation from being absorbed by the skin. UV radiation damages the […]
Kick Car Sickness to the Curb
Car sickness is a common problem in young children—but don’t blame it on the car. It’s actually a form of motion sickness, a broader condition […]
Mythbusters: The Truth Behind Common Nutrition Myths
Eating fat makes you gain weight. Red meat is bad for you. The best way to lose weight is to eliminate carbs. “All-natural” foods are […]