Molly Dannenmaier, of Galveston, Texas, visits a local salon every three weeks. She regularly gets a pedicure and occasionally treats herself to a manicure – but the pedicure is a staple. It wasn't until both she and a friend developed toe infections that she considered the health risks. “[My friend] got a terrible infection, and in fact had to have surgery to have her toe nail … [Read more...] about Health risks lurking at the nail salon (part 1 of 2) While a day at the salon might be relaxing, you could be putting your fingers, toes and more at risk
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Health risks lurking at the nail salon (part 2 of 2) While a day at the salon might be relaxing, you could be putting your fingers, toes and more at risk
Molly Dannenmaier, of Galveston, TX, visits a local salon every three weeks. She regularly gets a pedicure and occasionally treats herself to a manicure – but the pedicure is a staple. It wasn't until both she and a friend developed toe infections that she considered the health risks. “[My friend] got a terrible infection, and in fact had to have surgery to have her toe nail … [Read more...] about Health risks lurking at the nail salon (part 2 of 2) While a day at the salon might be relaxing, you could be putting your fingers, toes and more at risk
Combination of alcohol and tobacco increases risk of esophageal cancer
The rate of developing esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) nearly doubles in those who both smoke and drink compared to those who only smoke or drink, according to new research published in The American Journal of Gastroenterology. Although multiple studies have identified risk factors for the development of ESCC, notably, exposure to alcohol and tobacco, this research is … [Read more...] about Combination of alcohol and tobacco increases risk of esophageal cancer
BHCW to hold 11th Annual African American Walk for Quality Health
On Saturday June 7, 2014 Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin, Inc. (BHCW) will have their 11th Annual African American Walk for Quality Health. This year's theme is "Women's Health." Event co-chairs are Dr. Earnestine Willis, Professor of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Wisconsin and Bevan K. Baker, FACHE Commissioner of Health for the City of Milwaukee The primary … [Read more...] about BHCW to hold 11th Annual African American Walk for Quality Health
Mighty minis: The fascinating trace minerals (part 2)
With health delivery in such chaos and uncertainty, we at Carter Drug Store suggest arming yourselves with the latest up-to- date information, which hopefully will prevent minor problems from escalating into major problems. You and your loved ones deserve the best treatment possible to survive in these difficult times. COPPER (Cu): Important to enzyme structure, copper is … [Read more...] about Mighty minis: The fascinating trace minerals (part 2)
Why disability insurance is critical
Most people understand why having life insurance is a good idea: Nobody wants to leave their survivors in a financial lurch if they were to die suddenly. But what if you suffer an accident or illness and don't die, but rather, become severely disabled? Could you or your family make ends meet without your paycheck, possibly for decades? Although most people are entitled … [Read more...] about Why disability insurance is critical
The pain of loneliness (conclusion)
“…God will break the chains that bind his people…” - Isaiah 9:4a This month we have been addressing the topic of loneliness and the pain that is associated with it. All of us have felt loneliness at one time or another. Loneliness, as we use the term during this series, means unwanted physical or emotional isolation. It is a self-conscious isolation, a condition in which the … [Read more...] about The pain of loneliness (conclusion)
Three groups miss out on colon cancer survival gains, study says
Blacks, Hispanics and elderly have benefitted less from treatment advances Survival rates for white and Asian patients with advanced colon cancer have improved significantly, but the benefits haven’t extended to blacks and Hispanics, according to an American Cancer Society study. The researchers also found that survival rates for white patients aged 65 and older did not … [Read more...] about Three groups miss out on colon cancer survival gains, study says
Get yourself talking and get yourself tested
By Tanya Atkinson, Vice President of Public Affairs and Community Education from Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin Did you know that young people account for 29 percent of all HIV diagnoses in Wisconsin? Or that an estimated 438 young people don’t even know they’re infected? During April- STD Awareness Month- young people are encouraged to learn about sexually transmitted … [Read more...] about Get yourself talking and get yourself tested
Report: Alzheimer’s strikes women harder than men
And those over 60 twice as likely to get the brain disease than breast cancer A 65-year-old American woman has a 1 in 6 chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease later in life, while a man the same age has about a 1 in 11 chance. That’s one of the key findings of a new report that highlights the heavy toll that Alzheimer’s takes on women as both patients and caregivers. Women … [Read more...] about Report: Alzheimer’s strikes women harder than men