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Seasonal Allergies – Nothing to Sneeze At
Most people have one of two reactions to the end of winter and the beginning of spring: anticipation and excitement that the cold months are over and warmer weather is coming. Or complete dread because for them (40 million Americans) springtime equals seasonal allergies, a stuffy nose and itchy, watery eyes. While there is no out-right cure for seasonal allergies, there are steps to make the transition into spring a little more comfortable.
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Learning about Chronic Pain
Sufferers of chronic pain no doubt cringe as the seasons change and the temperatures cool. Why? Chronic painful conditions get more intense and widespread in the cold months because nerves become more sensitive in the cold. Additionally, painful conditions feel worse in the winter because of the muscle and ligament stiffness that result from lower temperatures.
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Tips for a Healthy & Safe Winter
Even when the weather turns cold, there is a still a lot of fun to be enjoyed outdoors for you and your family. However, just as summertime brings its own share of hazards to be cautious of, winter does as well, from sledding to ice skating to skiing. But these potential injuries can be navigated with some simple precautions.
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The importance of diabetes awareness
Each year the importance of diabetes education prevention grows in magnitude. It is estimated that 25.8 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes, which is approximately 8.3 percent of the population. Of those numbers, about seven million are undiagnosed cases. In addition, experts estimate that there are approximately 79 million Americans suffering from pre-diabetes, meaning they have blood glucose levels that are higher than normal, but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes.
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Have Fun and Stay Safe This Fall
With fall approaching, it is the perfect time to get outdoors and enjoy the benefits of cooler weather before the winter months, and freezing temperatures, begin. Fun autumn activities are ideal for luring your kids away from computer or television screens and breathing some fresh air.
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Importance of Women Caring for Themselves
Most women will take the time and effort to do almost anything if they believe it will benefit their family or career, but few women will spend time on just themselves. Whether it is a perceived lack of time, lack of worth, or lack of support, many women feel it is almost impossible to concentrate on taking care of themselves, in addition to everyone else around them. Mothers and grandmothers have an especially difficult time feeling generous toward themselves, often caring for others to the detriment of their own personal health.
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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
For many individuals, October and breast cancer awareness go hand-in-hand. The 25-year-old health observance of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month promotes breast cancer issues through a collaboration of national public service organizations, professional medical associations, and government agencies — all working together to share information on the disease and provide greater access to services.
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Observing National Rehabilitation Awareness Week
This year the National Rehabilitation Awareness Foundation (NRAF) is observing National Rehabilitation Awareness Week during the week of September 16-22. The foundation’s mission is to educate people about the benefits and impact of rehabilitation; develop programs which aim to increase opportunities for the nearly 50 million Americans with disabilities; and help those who are disabled live up to their fullest potential.
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Get Healthy in September
Each September, the America On the Move Foundation Inc. hosts STEPember, a month-long celebration highlighting how easy it is to be active and eat healthfully. America On the Move is an evidence-based not-for-profit organization helping individuals, families, communities, work sites and more to make positive changes to improve their health and quality of life. During the month of September, America On the Move challenges Americans to try its small-changes approach to healthier living.
Read MoreBack to School Means Back to Sports
August signals the start of the school year and fall sports season for many students. In recognition, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) has focused its annual Neurosurgery Outreach Month on injury prevention in football and cheerleading. In recent years, potentially devastating head and spinal cord injuries have been associated with these all-American sports.
Prepare for the School Year with Up-to-Date Vaccines
Getting your children ready for a new school year can be stressful. From stocking up on school supplies to finding the perfect back-to-school wardrobe leaves most parents wishing summer would never end. However, while school supplies and clothes are important, none of those things matter if your child is not able to learn in a healthy environment.
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Preventing Swimmer’s Ear
With summertime upon us, many Americans are seeking relief from the heat by taking to the water and diving into the nearest pool or other natural offerings, like lakes, oceans or rivers. For this reason, a common summertime malady is swimmer’s ear, which is an infection of the outer ear canal that can cause pain and discomfort for swimmers of all ages.
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