Women must remember to never take a wait-and-see approach to their heart health. The longer a woman waits, the more damage can occur. More »
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While teenagers may feel independent, this is a question that needs to be discussed as a family. Signing your driver’s license can open the door to conversation. More »
If you have congestive heart failure, following a few simple tips can help keep you healthy and active. More »
Eating a low-fat diet and making smart food choices can help decrease one of the major risk factors for heart attack -- high blood cholesterol. Follow these tips to lower your fat and cholesterol intake. More »
Teach your children to listen to their bodies. Pain is the body’s way of telling us that something is wrong and we need to fix it. Don’t let your young athlete play through a painful injury that could lead to permanent damage. More »
Buying lunch at school may be the first time kids get to call the shots on which foods they will eat. Use school lunches as a chance to steer your child toward good choices. More »
Warm weather and longer daylight hours provide the perfect opportunity for your child to get more physical activity. While it may be difficult for your child to get excited about “exercise,” most kids like fun activities that make physical activity more appealing. More »
Summer vacation offers a great break from school, but reading should never go on "vacation." See how to encourage your child to develop a love of reading that lasts year-round. More »
Childhood drownings are the second leading cause of death related to injuries among children ages 1-14. This health hazard is among the most preventable of injury-related accidents among children. What can you do to help keep your children safe around water? More »
Fireworks are beautiful to watch, but they can cause severe injuries to eyes and skin if they are not handled properly. If you choose to have your own fireworks festivities, follow those tips to ensure a safe, enjoyable evening. More »
Back pain affects your daily standard of living and can lead to a host of other problems. So how can you prevent it? More »
Children are the most frequent victims of poisonings. Learn what you can do to keep harmful products out of your child's reach. More »
Getting kids to eat healthy foods can be a chore. By involving your children in planning meals, your family can easily adopt nutritious eating habits. More »
Overweight and obese individuals are at an increased risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes, which all can lead to heart disease. More »
Quickly recognizing the symptoms of a possible heart attack and acting quickly to reach medical care is the key to improving survival. More »
February is National Heart Month. More women die from heart disease than breast cancer, and heart disease can affect women of any age. More »
When it comes to “heart health” scores, what is good for one person may not be good for another. Your heart score must be viewed as part of a larger picture. More »
Many of us are guilty of unhealthy behaviors in our past and even our present. Is it possible to undo damage from habits like smoking, a junk-food diet, couch potato lifestyle and excessive alcohol that are bad for your heart? More »
Essentially, weight loss boils down to increased daily activity and, most importantly, reduced intake of calories. And, the number one key to weight loss is accountability. More »
During the Thanksgiving holidays, there is nearly triple the daily average number of cooking fires. When family, friends and especially children gather in the kitchen, it’s very easy to get distracted and forget about what’s on the stove. More »
