(NAPSI)—Obesity is a serious health problem in the United States. More than one in three U.S. adults have obesity and that number increases to more than half—57 percent—among U.S. black women. Research has shown that excess weight may contribute to high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease and certain kinds of cancer. Read More …
Category: Health
Pointers For Parents Small Moments Make a Big Difference
(NAPSI)—There are about 74 million children in America today and if you’re a parent, here’s something you should know: involved fathers—whether they live with their kids or not—can help their children lead happier, healthier and more successful lives. Children who feel close to their fathers are two times more likely to go to college or Read More …
SAFETY IN THE HOME The Time Is Now To End Family Fire by Joseph V. Sakran, MD, MPH, MPA
(NAPSI)—Many Americans would agree that it’s past time we change the discussion around guns, gun safety and gun violence. As a trauma surgeon and victim of gun violence, I actively discuss and participate in gun safety conversations with my patients and their families every day. You, too, can become part of the conversation. While there Read More …
Health And Well-Being Make Your Health Part Of Your Hurricane Prep Plan Five tips for keeping your family healthy before, during and after a hurricane
(NAPSI)—The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts there may be an above average hurricane season this year. Across the state, many will stock batteries, flashlights and bottles of water, but some may neglect the importance of having a plan in place if a family member gets sick during a natural disaster. “Those in the path Read More …
Health And Well-Being Release, Refresh, Reset
(NAPSI)—You don’t have to let a busy schedule break your healthy stride or keep you from crushing your goals. You can regroup on your approach instead. By incorporating these three ways to release, refresh and reset, you can still make health a priority. Release Your Mind by Escaping into Nature. Getting out into nature gives Read More …
News For Older Americans Choosing The Right Caregiver For Your Parents
(NAPSI)—According to Pew Research, every day, 10,000 Americans turn 65 years old. And that will continue for the next 12 years, reaching 18 percent of the population by 2030. Americans 85 and older will triple in population by 2050. With a rapidly aging population living longer than past generations, caregivers are in high demand. A Read More …
Hemp Has Significant Health Benefits For Pets
(NAPSI)—NaturVet’s veterinarian-formulated pet supplements have progressed over the last 25 years to keep up with the ever-changing needs of pet parents. NaturVet’s newest Hemp for Health product line includes four top products—Allergy, Calming, Immune and Joint—that are now available enhanced with Hemp Seed Oil and Hemp Seed Powder, sharing the same great original base formulas Read More …
ASK A FOOT AND ANKLE SURGEON Why Won’t My Ankle Sprain Heal? by Suneel K. Basra, DPM, FACFAS
(NAPSI)—As a foot and ankle surgeon, I often hear “It’s just a sprain, no big deal.” Sometimes, however, a sprain can be, or become, serious. Sprained ankles are painful and can temporarily limit a patient’s ability to walk normally, so accurate diagnosis and treatment are necessary for proper healing. When a foot and ankle surgeon Read More …
Trends In Healthcare: Americans Overwhelmingly Reject Insurers’ Efforts To Deny Patients Coverage
(NAPSI)—A new national poll conducted by YouGov found that 91 percent of Americans believe insurance companies should not be allowed to deny coverage for people with chronic diseases whose premiums are paid by charitable organizations. Known as “charitable premium assistance,” the federally approved practice of patients applying for and receiving help from charities to pay Read More …
Health And Well-Being Reading Sunscreen Labels Can Save Your Family’s Health
(NAPSI)—Studies show that parents need to exercise caution when choosing the right sunscreen for their kids. The Surprising Problem Many parents might be shocked to find that approximately 70 percent of sunscreens—even those labeled kid-friendly—contain harmful chemicals, the most common of which are oxybenzone, octinoxate, avobenzone and octocrylene. Considered toxic to humans, they’ve been banned Read More …