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- At-Home HIV Test Coming SoonA convenient and safe HIV test may hit pharmacy shelves soon. Pending further FDA approval, the OraQuick at-home HIV test could change the way people approach disease testing. Read on for details.
- First Person: Coping With a Degenerative Eye ConditionThis is how I learned to cope after being diagnosed with keratoconus, a degenerative eye condition that may someday leave me blind.
Five Signs a New Mom Is Struggling With Postpartum DepressionHaving a new baby is an exciting time, but for many moms, they find this excitement shadowed by postpartum depression. It can be hard to admit depression after having a baby. Here are five signs a new mom may be struggling.- Guide: How to Stay Active With Seasonal AllergiesSuffer from bad seasonal allergies but want to stay active? Here's how to exercise while keeping your allergen exposure to a minimum.
- Harvard Study: Teach Yourself to Lower Your Blood Pressure in 5 Easy StepsTeach yourself to use the most effective, easy technique people used to lower their blood pressures in this Harvard study. It’s free, it only takes 20 minutes a day, and it isn’t exercise.
- A "Base Tan" Won't Prevent SunburnSunburn is not only painful and uncomfortable, but it can greatly increase your risk of skin cancer. Some people use tanning beds before vacations believing that a "base tan" will prevent sunburn, but this belief is a myth.
New Technique to Screen for Esophageal CancerA group of ear, nose, and throat specialists in New York has developed a new technique to screen for esophageal cancer, and wants to see new standards regarding the frequency of such screenings.- A New Cure for Breast CancerLatest evidence shows that early detection of metastatic spread of breast cancer can lead to an effective cure.
Bridal Hunger Games Aren’t HealthyBrides are starving themselves with the feeding tube diet so they can lose 10 to 20 pounds before their weddings. Why I did not even go on a normal diet for my wedding.
Schedule Health Checkups at Right Time for Best ResultsThe time of day, month or even year will have an impact on test results, so schedule health checkups at the right time for the best results using these tips.- The Emotional Aspect of CaregivingBeing a caregiver does not stop us from feeling emotions. It also doesn’t stop the emotions coming from the person we’re trying to take care of. Understanding what to expect can help.
- Fixing Your Diet, the Easy WayThere is a reason dieting does not work for everyone; diets are not one-size-fits-all. With my tips you can create your own 'diet' without suffering through someone else's rules!
- Unexplained Mood Swings? Check Your DietPeople experience countless mood and behavior changes when dealing with life’s challenges. Nutrition can share part of the responsibility for initiating these changes, and also play a vital role in mitigating them.
- How to Get Your Children to Eat Fruits and VegetablesBeginners guide to motivating children (and adults) to eat fresh fruits and vegetables. From how to choose the right produce to methods to turn even picky eaters into healthy eaters.
- 3 Ways to Spot Dangerous Diet AdviceLearn how to spot three types of dangerous diet advice--from fasting to cutting out food groups.
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- First Person: Caregiving; The Challenge of Keeping Information Among Doctor, Caregiver and Patient AccurateWhen put in the position of being a caregiver, the first problem is that of keeping information regarding your loved one flowing accurately for them from the doctor.
- Say No to DietingThis article examines dieting in a negative context, and uses resources based on eating disorders and sociology to back up its content.
- United States Hispanics Rarely Getting Skin Cancer ScreeningsHispanics in the United States are not getting equal care when it comes to skin cancer screenings. With skin cancer being so prevalent in today's world, it would make one think that screening for it would be a top priority.
- Dirty Break RoomsIf you don’t know who’s in charge of cleanup, your break room may be at risk.
- How to Help Someone with DyslexiaWays to help people who suffer from Dyslexia to overcome there disadvantage of learning. Understanding the way Dyslexic people can be better at learning.
- First Person: Key Questions Couples Ask About Sex During PregnancyMy wife and I had three boys. One of the most difficult questions, at least initially, was that of having sex while pregnant. This what we found out.
- Dust Control for WoodturnersWoodturning exposes you to dust that can damage your health. There are various ways to protect yourself, but not all are effective. Here is guidance on the best option for your workshop.
- Is the Need to Please Controlling Your Life?People pleasing is a trap that many of us fall into at our own expense. Dr. Palmer explains what is at the core of people pleasing and gives some tips on how to reverse our need to please.
- Colonoscopy: It's Not as Bad as You May Have HeardI turned 56 this past January, and since my doctor decided it was time for me to have a colonoscopy, I decided why not during March which is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month?
- My Personal Battle With Obstructive Sleep ApneaI became aware I had a snoring problem when I found my wife on the couch. At the time I didn't think snoring too much was any big deal. However once I found about sleep apnea, I felt lucky I had been treated.
Three Iconic Figures of Fitness Inspired MeJack LaLanne, Steve Reeves and Jane Fonda has each made their mark in the field of fitness. They were an inspiration to me and to many people who read their books and watched their shows.
The Freezer is My Friend: How to Avoid Food Spoilage by FreezingMost of us probably assume the freezer is for meat, ice cream, and frozen prepared foods. But the freezer can save you serious money, particularly when cooking for just one or two. Foods that freeze well, okay, and not well!- Tips to Prevent Hemorrhagic Stroke: A Personal ChoiceBy using these personal lifestyle changes, I am reducing my risk for a cardiovascular event - including a risk for hemorrhagic stroke.
- Should Google Intervene with Suicide Searches?Could Google invent a computer program to predict suicide?
How to Eat Like a Greek for Health and Weight LossIt's not just the types of food the Greeks eat that keep them slim and healthy but how they eat it. Learn how to eat like a Greek for a long, healthy life and to lose weight.- When Working on a Roof: 3 Safety Measures to ConsiderThere are 3 safety measures to consider when working on a roof.
- Sense Your Choices and DecisionsOur bodies know. Through sensation we can discover what works in our lives and what doesn't. All we have to do is be still enough to allow ourselves to truly experience sensation.
- Eldercare: A Full Time JobBefore planning out whom in the family is going to provide care for elderly relatives, it’s a good idea to find out all it entails. The more you know the better. Here are a few things we’ve learned the hard way.
- First Person: Antepartum Depression; Symptoms, Triggers, Treatments and ChallengesHaving a wife who had antepartujm depression opened a door of unexpected information and challenges..
- The Thing No Insurer Wants You to KnowEvery state requires insurers to file requests for changes in their premium rates. Premiums seem to be set by "Markets." But some insurers will earn huge profits, while others will incur huge losses, when all insurers charge the same premiums. Why?
