Health and Wellness
Emergency Preparedness for the Aftermath of Disaster
In recent years, we’ve had more severe, natural disasters globally. Earthquakes, hurricanes, and floods to fires, the devastation comes to survivors who are left stranded and awaiting aid. So when you’ve done everything to prepare for safety, how prepared are you for that critical time after a… »
For Your Health: Colorectal Cancer Screening (Courtesy of Aetna)
Other than skin cancer, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer found in men and women in this country. The American Cancer Society estimates that there will be about 106,680 new cases of colon cancer and 41,930 new cases of rectal cancer in 2006 in the United States…. »
Wine and Chocolates for a Healthy Heart on Valentine’s Day
Courtesy of Mayo Clinic – Valentines Treats for Heart Health
Want to show your sweetie how much you care this valentines day?
Opt for a gift of red wine and dark chocolate. Not only are these treats delicious, but when consumed in moderation, they may also improve the health of your loves one’s heart.
Wine contains antioxidants… »
Setting Goals in 2010: a guide to reaching the stars
Every new years most of us set forth to make our new years resolution of losing those extra pounds we’ve put on over the holidays. However, many people lose sight of the resolution once the Valentines chocolates come around. However, being healthy is not so difficult, and shouldn’t be a… »
Shade and Sunscreen
We all have different results from sunburns depending on our skin types. For example, I have light skin but and I will burn red in 30 minutes without sunblock, then I peel. After wards I have a very dark tan. However, my friend will burn and blister if he doesn’t take preventive… »
Swine Flu Concerns
What I do know is that in 1976 there was a case of the death due to swine flu of an 18-year-old U.S. Army private at a New Jersey base. The scare was rapid in growth. A vaccine was quickly available but to everyone’s surprise, there were more deaths and complications from the vaccine than… »