Your morning drive might not be healthful, but you can take steps to counteract its effects. Even if you wake up feeling refreshed and optimistic, you may not feel the same way once you reach your office. Research has linked long commutes to a host of negative health impacts, from increased stress and poorer cardiovascular […]
Here’s how to stay safe when doing your own renovations and repair projects. You’re excited to get to work on that project and proud of yourself for saving money on professional help. But do-it-yourselfers may be at risk of injury, disease and even death, if they aren’t aware of the proper safety measures to take. […]
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Who says you have to ‘age out’ of good health? With modern medicine and healthy choices, you can stay fit for life. Look around at your friends in the silver fitness class or on the bike path. Check out who’s consulting at your workplace or offering coaching services in the community. They’re people just like […]
If you’ve got the sniffles, here’s how to figure out what’s causing your ailments. Just when you think cold and flu season is over, allergy season begins. Your nose starts to run, you can’t stop sneezing, and you generally feel awful. How can you tell if it’s your allergies acting up or if you’re actually […]
The right question can reveal a lot about your health. Your annual checkup is more important than you may think. Though acute concerns or ailments could send you to the doctor at other points throughout the year, your routine physical exam is more like an overview of your body and overall health. “An annual exam […]
Forget images of early bird specials, grannies and rocking chairs. Today’s young-at-heart 60-year-olds are embracing an active and healthy lifestyle. As the saying goes, age is just a number. A growing body of research indicates that, indeed, a positive outlook on life can lead to improved health and longer life. An upbeat mental state can, […]
Your 50s might bring some changes in your body — here’s how to handle what’s in store. We’ve all heard that 50 is the new 40. Maybe it’s because many 50-somethings are just as active as 40-somethings. Whatever the case, yes, you’re older, but you’re also wiser: You don’t sweat the small stuff (although you […]
From hot flashes to reading glasses, here’s what you need to know to stay strong and healthy in your 40s. As you enter your 40s, you may find yourself dealing with some changes in your body. Knowing what’s in store can help you prepare for lifestyle changes to stay healthy and happy for decades to […]
It may come as a surprise to many that among all of the blinding conditions that exist, cataracts are the leading cause of preventable blindness worldwide. Unfortunately, those who suffer from cataracts in developing nations may not have the access to care and the technology required to diagnose and treat cataracts. Surgical procedures to remove […]