National Eating Disorder Awareness Week – Feb 24 to March 4, 2018

Eating disorders, such as bulimia, binge eating disorder, and anorexia, are serious illnesses that affect millions of Americans and people worldwide. Eating disorders are characterized by irregular eating habits and severe distress or concern about body image, weight and shape. National Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2018 runs from 24th February to 4th March aims to …

Celebrate American Heart Month in February – Take Control of Your Heart Health

Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in United States, especially among women. Every year, 1 in 4 deaths are caused by heart disease. February is observed American Heart Month to raise awareness about the condition, how to improve heart health and reduce the risks of the condition. As younger adults face …

How to Protect Yourself and Your Family this Flu Season

Flu or influenza is a highly infectious respiratory virus. The current flu season is very severe and more and more people are being hospitalized every day. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that the number of people who have seen healthcare providers for the flu is the highest since 2004. Those at high risk …

February 4 is World Cancer Day

February 4, World Cancer Day is an international observance founded by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to support the goals of the World Cancer Declaration written in 2008. The primary goal of World Cancer Day is to significantly reduce the illness and death caused by cancer by raising awareness and education, and urging governments and individuals across …

Benefits of Stretching Exercises for Older Adults

As we age, maintaining mobility and performing basic movements becomes difficult because our muscles become shorter and may lose their elasticity. Some seniors suffer joint pain on a daily basis. Stretching exercises increase flexibility of the joints and help older adults remain active and independent. Stretching benefits include development and maintenance of strength, improved flexibility, and increased …

Study: Certain Foods may help reduce Breast Cancer Treatment Side Effects

Treatments done to prevent breast cancer recurrence often inhibit the body’s production or use of estrogen, the hormone that can contribute to the spread of breast cancer. As a result of treatment, patients experience certain side effects such as hot flushes and night sweats. The side effects of breast cancer treatment can last months or …