Sitting Yourself to Death? Better Get a Move On
The majority of Americans sit for more than half the time they’re awake, and a growing body of evidence suggests sitting for long periods of time can be as bad for your health as smoking. Whether it’s...
View ArticleTraveling This Summer? Preparation Can Lessen Zika Fears.
The Zika virus. It’s all over the news lately and anxiety surrounding the virus continues to grow as summer travel season inches closer. Editor’s note: This is the first in a three-part series about...
View ArticleSpray Away the Risk of Mosquito Bites
If you love the outdoors, it’s a safe bet you’re probably not a fan of mosquitos. And now that we know certain mosquitos can carry the Zika virus, they’re even less tolerable. Editor’s note: This is...
View ArticleZika Virus: Your Top Questions Answered
As researchers learn more about the Zika virus – how it spreads, why it’s dangerous and what its long-term effects are – many of us are still left with basic questions. Editor’s note: This is the third...
View ArticleA Dangerous Blood Clot Almost Took Her Life – Here’s How ‘Code PE’ Saved It
The first time Nicole McCleish felt the pain in her legs, she thought it was from walking her dog. The 33-year-old had just moved to Charlotte from Kansas City, and she’d been taking him out on new...
View Article4 Fun Ways to Keep Your Family Active
Maintaining an active lifestyle takes commitment. Like any heirloom that can be handed down, an active lifestyle is something parents can pass along to their children. Paveena Posang, MD, from...
View ArticleKeeping Your Family Safe All Summer Long
Summer is a time for vacations, cookouts and outdoor activities, but it also brings weather-related dangers and injuries. Protect your family and enjoy the season with these summer safety tips....
View ArticleFrom Paralysis to Cyclists
When people with disabilities want to learn a new sport or hobby, they often turn to adaptive sports. With the help of community-based organizations, and specialized equipment, people of all ages can...
View Article5 Simple Ways to Eat Better
We all want to be healthier and do better regarding the food we put into our bodies. Here a five simple and practical tips to help you do just that. 1. Find Your Balance A healthy meal is one that has...
View ArticleHave a College-Bound Teen? Prepare Them for Healthy Living Away from Home
Teens heading off to college are busy choosing classes, packing suitcases and preparing for more freedom than ever before. So who has time for a health check-up? “It’s important to make time,” says...
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