The branches of your family tree bear much more than the years your grandparents were born. Knowing your family’s health history is an important factor in your health status. Some health conditions are more likely to be passed from generation to generation. Your family tree can shed light on your risks for these 5 conditions: 1. Heart disease Heart disease is the number … [Read more...] about Are these 5 health conditions in your family tree?
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Is someone you know at risk for diabetic vision loss?
By Cheryl L. Dejewski With diabetes at epidemic levels, you probably know (or are) one of the 34.2 million Americans with the disease. Whether or not the cause is due to lifestyle (poor diet, lack of exercise), genetics or both, be aware: Diabetes does more than affect blood sugar levels. Without proper precautions, it can lead to nerve damage; limb amputation; heart and … [Read more...] about Is someone you know at risk for diabetic vision loss?
Courage in dementia caregiving
A perspective from a former caregiver By Diane Beckley Milner Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter Navigating the caregiving journey November is National Family Caregiver’s Month. A caregiver’s burden is great, especially for those caring for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. I know first-hand the … [Read more...] about Courage in dementia caregiving
Day 1: Just diagnosed with Crohn’s disease
For a long time, it was thought that Blacks didn’t have Crohn’s disease as often as other ethnicities. However, recent studies show that this is not the case. Unfortunately, Black people were being misdiagnosed or not diagnosed at all. Since that’s changing, more people are discovering that they can have this form of inflammatory bowel disease and live well. Once you know what … [Read more...] about Day 1: Just diagnosed with Crohn’s disease
Vaccinations for kids will be in full swing by Nov. 8, White House says
The U.S. government’s COVID-19 vaccination program for children ages 5-11 will be ready to roll on Nov. 8, 2021 the White House said Monday. On Friday, October 29, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved vaccines for the 28 million American children who fall into this age group, but the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) still has to … [Read more...] about Vaccinations for kids will be in full swing by Nov. 8, White House says
The most important Halloween safety tips
Halloween originated from several customs, the earliest of which dates back to Ireland in the fifth century B.C. As we know it today, the Oct. 31 celebration is a fun way to dress up in sometimes scary costumes. But experts warn that precautions are needed to ensure that disguises are the only frightening things on All Hallows’ Eve. As COVID-19 continues to grip the United … [Read more...] about The most important Halloween safety tips
Top five ways to help bully-proof your child
Did you know that 25 percent of public schools report that bullying among kids happens on a daily or weekly basis? And that 1 in 5 high school students report being bullied in the past year? The good news is that because bullying has made national headlines, schools and communities (and even celebrities) are taking a strong stand against bullying. You can do your part at … [Read more...] about Top five ways to help bully-proof your child
Nine ways to look and feel more awake every morning with no coffee!
By: Elizabeth Overstreet I’m exhausted, and many of my family and friends echo the same sentiments. Trying to stay ‘on’ 24-7 can be exhausting and dang near impossible. We are hyper- connected with technology from the time we rise until we go to sleep, ironically making disconnecting even more challenging. All of this information flow and connectivity makes it tough to … [Read more...] about Nine ways to look and feel more awake every morning with no coffee!
Five ways to elevate your life this fall
By Priscilla Q. Williams, RN I absolutely love the fall season! It’s that time of the year that you can expect that crisp cool air to blow across your face, and a time you can rock a pair of leather riding boots and a pretty scarf. Either way you look at it, I love the fall season…more than that I love what the fall season represents. The fall represents change and … [Read more...] about Five ways to elevate your life this fall
Silver lining found in pandemic: Fewer teens are vaping
It turns out that the pandemic has reaped one unexpected benefit: As teens were kept home more often, their use of electronic cigarettes dropped by nearly 40 percent, a new report finds. “They found a dramatic drop from last year, and it’s hard to imagine that doesn’t represent a real decrease in use among high school and middle school students,” Dr. Nancy Rigotti of Harvard … [Read more...] about Silver lining found in pandemic: Fewer teens are vaping