Dealing with hospitals can be tough for everybody involved and luckily, there are professional services like Slater and Gordon injury claims on hand for if something does happen to go wrong. However as part of the #HospitalHelpingHand campaign, we wanted to offer you some tips and advice to make visiting
By Corinne Keating— A cancer diagnosis can be terrifying at any age. While treatments have come a long way and cancer does not mean a death sentence, the best way to beat cancer is prevention. There are many things you can do to reduce your chances of getting cancer. Start
When Edie Sundby’s doctors diagnosed her with stage 4 gallbladder cancer and told her she had three months to live, she decided that she wasn’t going to let cancer kill her spirit. In her new book The Mission Walker, Sundby shares her story of physical, emotional, and spiritual healing by
By Elizabeth Somer, M.A., R.D.– How often do you ponder how unique you are? There are more than seven billion people on this planet, yet from the color of your eyes to the sway of your moods, from your list of favorite foods to your health challenges, and from your
By Hilary Thompson– Until recently, sleep has never been a problem for you. Sure, you resisted naps as a child, slept in during your teenage years, stayed up late studying in college, and worried through the night about your own teenagers, but when you had time to sleep, you could.
By Jessica Max – Have you ever felt pain on your heel first thing in the morning upon waking up? Or maybe after an exercise or a strenuous activity? Or the moment you stood up from sitting for a long time? Such may be the result of having heel spurs.
By Corinne Keating– As you age, you’ll notice your energy levels shifting, and your bones feel like they creak more than ever. A three-mile run was once no problem, but now you’re panting for air. Have you lost track of good habits with diet and exercise? Now is the time
By Dr. Pierre Mantello, Ph.D., M.D. – The daily grind can be daunting. Between all of our commitments and obligations, it can be hard to move through our tasks with a sense of ease and optimal vitality. Let’s take a step back and examine the factors that make us feel
By Neerav Padliya, Ph.D., VP, Research Alliances at Qurr – Every spring, my favorite thing to do is take my family to Newport, Rhode Island. After admiring some of our favorite mansions from the Vanderbilt Era such as Marblouse and Rosecliff, we typically make our way to Fort Adams State
By Danica Barr— Acupuncture is typically thought of something that can help with both aches and pains. What is not commonly known is acupunctures ability to help make you feel better as you age. Because the treatment itself can help you feel much more energized, reduce pains, and provide joint relief,
Have you ever thought about why we do not get Alzheimer’s disease at age 20 or Type 2 Diabetes at age 18? Why most cancers and heart attacks happen at a later stage in life? It is because aging is the catalyst for major chronic diseases. Instead of continuing “sick
By Cheryl Nimmo, DNP, MSHSA, CRNA— It’s no secret that as we age, we are likely going to need more medical attention than during our younger years – more frequent doctor’s visits, more medications and even more procedures, some of which will require anesthesia. There has been a lot of
By Mary Wong – Whether it’s a career goal like moving into the C suite or something more personal like losing weight, most people are always looking for a way to better themselves in some way. In fact, if you go into any bookstore or look at the titles on
I help take care of two elderly individuals (my grandma and another in the senior living community). Both are in their early 70s. They are active individuals yet they’re quick to get winded and need frequent breaks in their day-to-day activities. I make sure they follow doctor’s orders but I
By Debbie Siebers, health and wellness expert and creator of at home workouts such as Slim in 6 and Body Dynamix— Getting older and waking up with all kinds of new aches and pains isn’t fun. However, it doesn’t mean you have to throw in the towel and give up
The ancient Greek physician Hippocrates once advised “Let food be that medicine and medicine be thy food.” Although it may not be possible to cure cancer with food alone, there is ample evidence that certain foods can support the body in fighting not only cancers of the gastrointestinal tract such
The lifestyle we lead can often determine how long we will live. For instance, one study found that excessive smoking and drinking of alcohol, as well as a lack of fruit and vegetables, can shave many years off your life while making you appear 12 years older. However, it’s never
An active woman needs gear that keeps up with her wherever she goes. Whether she’s a runner, a fitness guru, a weight-lifter or a volleyball player, every girl could use some basic gifts to make her workout more fun. If you’re stumped on what to get the active girl in
Article courtesy of Darrell Smith, Executive Director, The International Window Film Association (IWFA) Neighborhood barbeques, pool parties, and vacations all bring summer close to mind. With all the bright fun that summer offers, it’s also a time to remember that this season is when the sun’s harmful UV rays are
By Marcus Clarke— Vitamin B12 is the big brother of the B Vitamins; often overlooked, impossible to live without and all important to human functioning. One of eight crucial B vitamins, B12 is the vitamin that ensures proper functioning of the nervous system, assists in the formation of red blood
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