(NAPSI)—High blood pressure is often silent—showing no signs or symptoms—but it’s not invisible. Survivors are speaking out to show the real impact of high blood pressure, and a new campaign from the Ad Council, American Heart Association and American Medical Association provides resources to help you and your doctor create a treatment plan that works Read More …
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YOUR VISION Is LASIK Safe? Plus, Answers To Six More Questions About LASIK
(NAPSI)—You’ve had it with glasses and contacts getting in the way of your lifestyle. You’ve heard about LASIK and maybe even talked to one of the more than 19 million people who have had the popular laser vision correction procedure. Dr. John Vukich, assistant clinical professor of ophthalmology at the University of Wisconsin and member Read More …
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING Don’t Let Nausea Spoil Your Life
(NAPSI)—If you ever get sick to your stomach due to pregnancy, chemotherapy, surgery, riding in a car, a boat, a plane or an amusement park ride, or even virtual reality gaming, you may be relieved to learn two things: First, you’re not alone. Nausea affects millions of people every day. Scientists are not sure why, Read More …
NEWS FOR OLDER AMERICANS Connecting Caregivers To Local Resources And Support
(NAPSI)—Americans are living longer these days. The number of older adults is expected to reach 73 million by 2030. With 30 percent of Americans serving in a caregiving role, it is important to remember that caring for a loved one can be both rewarding and difficult. Often, caregivers don’t know where to turn for advice Read More …
HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS What You Need To Know About Your Ductwork
(NAPSI)—Your health and your wealth. Those are the two major reasons you should have your HVAC system inspected by a reputable, certified professional. Consider this: Your Health Your heating and cooling system is essentially the lungs of your home. The system takes air in and “breathes” air out. Through normal living in a house, a Read More …
HEALTH AWARENESS When It Comes To Stroke, It’s OK To Overreact
(NAPSI)—Stroke affects more than 795,000 people in the United States every year.1 Also known as a “brain attack,” a stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen to the brain is blocked by plaque (acute ischemic stroke) or ruptures and bleeds (hemorrhagic stroke).2 If you suspect stroke, call 911 immediately. The saying “time is Read More …
TIPS FOR TEACHERS Reducing On-The-Job Stress Improves The Classroom Experience
(NAPSI)—As with any helping profession, teaching can be a stressful job—but teachers say the rewards are worth it. Why They Gladly Teach According to a University of Phoenix survey, K−12 teachers most enjoy the interaction with children—with 68 percent citing seeing the growth of students and 57 percent citing working with children in general as Read More …
HEALTH AND WELL BEING Grant Awarded For Novel Community Health Solutions
(NAPSI)—Recent research has revealed that community environments play a crucial role in health outcomes. People living just five miles apart can have a difference in life expectancy of more than 20 years. To help close the gap and improve life expectancy for everyone, the world’s leading voluntary organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of Read More …
MAKE VISION A FOCUS
(NAPS)—Did you know that more than 23 million American adults have never had an eye exam? May is Healthy Vision Month—and the National Institutes of Health’s National Eye Institute (NEI) urges all Americans to make vision a focus. Take steps to protect your vision today, so you can see the people and things you love Read More …
HEALTH AWARENESS Everyone With ALS Counts
(NAPSI)-Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a fatal neurological disease that attacks the nerve cells. It first gained national attention as Lou Gehrig’s disease, named after the famous baseball player who was diagnosed with ALS in 1939. To date, the cause of ALS is unknown, and there is still no known cure. The disease strikes quickly, Read More …