Why The Rise of Colon Cancer In Young People Is Puzzling Doctors
By Katie Couric, Medium
It was devastating to hear about actor Chadwick Boseman’s death from colon cancer at the age of 43. And it …
4 Tips for Avoiding Hair Loss In COVID Times
People go partially or fully bald for any number of reasons – hormones, genetics, and aging, among
others – but in the middle of …
September Is National Child Obesity Awareness Month
According to the Office of Disease and Health Promotion One in 3 children in the United States is overweight or obese. Childhood obesity puts …
Dealing with the Changing Face of Caregivers
By Linda N.
Every economy with an aging population often must deal with the challenge of caregiving. In the USA, there are over 75 …
Emotionally Preparing Your Children for Back-to-School Season
Between sheltering-in-place, online learning, and time away from friends, many children will need a little extra support as they head back to school this …
More Older Americans Will Suffer from Low Vision, Here’s How to Make Life Easier and Safer
The number of older Americans with low vision is expected to double in the coming years, as more people live longer. Low vision describes …
‘How Dangerous Is Hugging During COVID?’
By Elizabeth Hanes, BSN, RN
At this point in the epidemic, some of us could really use a hug. A good, old-fashioned bear hug …
Protect Your Child’s Health: Don’t Delay Well-Child Visits
Over the past several months, families have been helping stop the spread of COVID-19 and keeping their loved ones safe by staying home as …
Gestational diabetes and a healthy baby? Yes. It can be a scary diagnosis, but it’s one that’s fairly common.
Nearly 10 percent of pregnancies in the U.S. are affected by gestational diabetes every year. So know that you’re not alone.
And know that …
Sex and Heart Disease
By Heart.org
Is sex safe for heart disease patients?
Readjusting to everyday life can be tough for heart disease patients. You wonder about everything: Should I …