Want to arrive at your road-trip destination feeling energized and ready for fun? Ditch the gas-station junk-food options and plan ahead by packing smart, delicious snacks. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has some great suggestions. Think protein, healthy fiber and sensible carbs when packing snacks for the road. Some great options:
Read MoreEven a few serious sunburns can increase your child’s chances of getting skin cancer, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To prevent sunburn, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that infants avoid sun exposure and wear lightweight long pants, long-sleeved shirts and brimmed hats that shade the neck. When adequate clothing and shade are not available, parents can apply a minimal amount of sunscreen with at least 15 SPF (sun protection factor) to small areas, such as the infant’s face and the back of the hands.
Read MoreMore mothers than ever are working fulltime outside the home these days.In 2017, 79 percent of employed mothers with children 6 to 17 years old, and 74.5 percent of mothers with children under 6 years old, worked fulltime, according to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics. Try these mom-tested tips for better work- life balance:
Read MoreOne of the main sexual problems men with diabetes can sometimes face is the inability to have an erection. Damage to the vascular system can impair blood flow. If the blood vessels aren’t functioning properly or if an artery is blocked, not enough blood will travel to the penis, making it difficult to get an erection.
Read MoreBacteria, which can lead to food poisoning, can grow rapidly at temperatures between 40 and 140°F, according to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. In just two hours, these microorganisms can multiply to dangerous levels. To make sure your child’s lunches are safe, follow these tips:
Read MoreQ: I read that skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S. How can I protect myself and my family from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays?
Read MoreYour veterinarian is the best professional to assess your pet’s medical needs and to answer any questions you have regarding medications. Here are a few questions you may want to ask your veterinarian when discussing animal medications:
Read MoreYour family depends on you, and you likely put them first, right? But taking care of yourself is the first step toward being about to be there for your family.
Read MoreNewborn screening is the practice of testing all babies in their first days of life for certain disorders and conditions that can hinder their normal development. This testing is required in every state and is typically performed before the baby leaves the hospital. The conditions included in newborn screening can cause serious health problems starting in infancy or childhood. Early detection and treatment can help prevent intellectual and physical disabilities and life-threatening illnesses.
Read MoreHigher levels of lifestyle physical activity, such as house cleaning, walking a dog and gardening, as well as traditional exercise activities, are associated with more gray matter in the brains of older adults, according to a study by researchers at Chicago’s Rush University Medical Center.The Journal of Gerontology: Psychological Sciences recently published the study’s findings.
Read MoreQ: I’ve had osteoarthritis for years, and I know I should be more active. How can I exercise safely?
Read MoreOne of the most important things you can do to take care of yourself is to take your doctor’s advice and take your medicine as prescribed. This is sometimes easier said than done. This is especially true if one needs to take many different medications at different times of the day.
Read MoreExpired medications can be less effective or even risky due to a change in chemical composition or a decrease in strength. Also, certain expired medications are at risk of bacterial growth. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is very clear: If a medicine is expired, you shouldn’t use it.
Read MoreThe most important thing any smoker can do to improve his or her health is to quit smoking completely. That means not smoking at all, not even “once in a while” or “just when I'm out with my friends.” It may take a few tries, but you can stop using tobacco for good.
Read MoreQ: My son’s allergist prescribed a peak flow meter to use at home. What is it for and how do we use it?
Introducing a puppy into your family is a major decision, and with that addition comes a great deal of responsibility. These tips can help you prepare your home and family for your new puppy's arrival.
Read MoreSeasonal allergies aren’t just a problem for humans. Check for these signs in your pet:
Read MoreLoneliness and social isolation may represent a greater public-health hazard than obesity, and their impact is growing, according to research presented at the 125th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.
Read MoreSadness is a normal reaction to difficult times in life and usually passes with a little time. But when a person has clinical depression, it interferes with daily life and normal functioning. It can cause pain for both the person with depression and for those who care about him or her. It is a real illness. It’s not a sign of a person’s weakness or a character flaw. You can’t “snap out of” clinical depression. Most people who experience depression need treatment to get better.
Read MoreWhen it comes to treating the pain of chronic osteoarthritis, non- opioid pain relievers do the job better than opioids, and with fewer side effects, according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. The researchers, from the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Health Care System, studied 240 patients with moderate-to-severe chronic back pain or knee or hip osteoarthritis. This was the first randomized trial of opioid medication to look into long-term patient pain and function, according to the authors.
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