Approximately one in eight (12%) of U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer in her lifetime. Aside from skin cancer, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in the United States. The good news is; most women can survive breast cancer if it is found and treated early. Each October, major breast […]
School sports are a terrific way to teach important life skills like leadership and teamwork, encourage confidence and build endurance. Signing up for a sports activity is exciting for both the students and parents, however, it’s important to consider the intensity, level and risk before making a commitment. Choosing the right sport, level and intensity […]
f you or someone you love has had shingles, you know all about the painful rash it causes. Shingles is the same virus that causes chickenpox. When those itchy red spots of chickenpox disappear, the virus lies in a dormant state in our nerve cells, ready to strike again in later life. In its reincarnated […]
If you drive a commercial motor vehicle (CMV), you will have to undergo a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam. The DOT physical assesses whether a driver is healthy enough to operate a CMV. For example, if you have health issues like sleep apnea, diabetes, poor vision and high blood pressure, you could be a […]
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disorder that affects the joints. But in some people, RA also damages the skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels. In fact, about 40 percent of people who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis also experience signs and symptoms beyond the joints. Although there is no cure for RA, there […]
There’s no greater feeling of taking a deep breath of fresh air on a beautiful day. Until your seasonal allergies (also known as hay fever and allergic rhinitis) kick in. The runny nose, sneezing, itchy eyes, congestion and sinus pressure can come between you and your favorite activities, and even make you feel downright miserable. If you love the […]
Falls and accidents. Diseases and chronic conditions. Sports injuries. Bone fractures can happen to anyone at any time. But with advanced treatments, and by making some lifestyle and nutritional adjustments, there are several ways to accelerate the healing of a bone fracture. How to heal a bone fracture as fast as possible Because bone healing […]
During cold and flu season, staying healthy can be a real challenge. And because colds and flu share many symptoms, it can be virtually impossible to tell the difference between them based on symptoms alone. What are the differences between a cold and the flu? Let’s start with a similarity: The flu and the common […]
The Centers for Disease Control and Protection (CDC) recommends that everyone over the age of 6 months receive a seasonal flu shot. A seasonal flu shot not only protects you from a serious disease that may lead to hospitalization, it can also help your body build infection-fighting antibodies and protect your heart. This is especially […]
School is back in session and that means kids and young adults across America are lacing up their cleats and heading toward the playing field. Participating in a sport is a great way to teach teens and young adults leadership, confidence and teamwork, but it’s important to keep the potential risks in mind. There are […]
