(NAPSI)—According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, health care jobs are projected to grow to 2.3 million from 2014 to 2024. That would suggest that now may be a good time to start preparing for those positions. There are a few things you should know, however. Explains Dr. Mark Johannsson, D.H.Sc, M.P.H., academic dean, University Read More …
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SKIN CARE H20: The Key To Healthy, Glowing Skin
(NAPSI)—Healthy skin is universally defined by this major trait: hydration. A hydrated complexion looks and feels fresh. It’s radiant and resilient and able to bounce back from daily environmental stressors—all thanks to a balance of water in the skin. Our skin needs a steady supply of water to maintain its elasticity and keep it plump Read More …
HEALTH NEWS Heart Failure Survivor Inspiring Others Through National Contest
(NAPSI)—In the past five years, Jessica Rogers has fished in Alaska, camped with friends, and held her newborn nephew. She also became engaged to the love of her life, and together, they bought and remodeled a home in the area north of Seattle where she lives. It seems like Jessica has accomplished a lot in Read More …
SLEEP ON IT Six Ways To Sleep Better
(NAPSI)—Here’s eye-opening news: Getting the right amount of restful sleep can reduce your risk of depression, diabetes, heart problems, high blood pressure and obesity, and, in general, improve your quality of life. The Problem Even so, 75 percent of people struggle to get restorative sleep in the summertime, according to a recent survey. Whether you Read More …
HEALTH HINTS Getting Real About the Bathroom: Tips and Resources for Managing IBS-D
(NAPSI)—For most people, going to the bathroom is a routine and uneventful experience that requires little planning. Yet for as many as 15 million Americans with Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea (IBS-D), trying to predict when they’ll need the bathroom again is a daily source of anxiety. IBS-D, a chronic disorder characterized by diarrhea and Read More …
Low-Calorie Sweeteners And Weight Loss by Robyn Flipse, MS, MA, RDN
(NAPSI)—Here’s good news for many people who fear they have a slim chance of getting and staying trim: Research by Adam Drewnowski and Colin Rehm at the University of Washington found regular users of low-calorie sweeteners have better diets than nonusers. Since other research reported an association between low-calorie sweeteners and obesity, Drewnowski and Rehm Read More …
EYE ON HEALTH True or False: Is LASIK Permanent?
(NAPSI)—One of the most frequently asked questions about LASIK is: How long does it last? Leading eye surgeon Eric D. Donnenfeld, M.D. and member of the American Refractive Surgery Council, has an answer. “LASIK is a surgical procedure that uses computer-guided lasers to permanently correct nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. The prescription you come in with Read More …
POINTERS FOR PARENTS Tell Your Kids: Go Out And Play
(NAPSI)—The next time you tell your children to stop playing and hit the books, you may want to think again. The Genius of Play, a movement to bring more play into kids’ lives, wants you to know that playtime is critical to healthy child development. Through play, kids build physical skills, improve cognitive abilities, learn Read More …
HEALTH AWARENESS Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Practical Ways To Manage The Condition
(NAPSI)—“There was the time that I was on my first vacation,” recalls Melissa D., “which was a cruise, and I became sick with abdominal pain and cramping. My IBS was incredibly overwhelming for me,” explains the young adult from Illinois. She is not alone. More than a decade ago, Melissa joined the one in six Read More …
POINTERS FOR PARENTS-TO-BE Prenatal Nutrition Breakthrough, Made In The U.S.A.!
(NAPSI)—Although 4 million+ babies are born in the U.S.A. each year, preparing for a baby can be both wonderful and very stressful. During this time, it’s extremely important for women to understand how to keep themselves as healthy as possible. We all know the basics: exercise, eat right and get plenty of rest, but here Read More …