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9 Ways to Lower Your Cancer Risk
February 15, 2023
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the U.S.
Some cancers cannot be prevented, and scientists continue to study why some people develop them and some don’t. But health experts at leading medical institutions agree that lifestyle choices play a huge part in lowering your risk. At the Harvard School of Public Health, scientists estimate that… See more
Sudden Cardiac Arrest: Survival Rates in Men vs. Women
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
January 20, 2023
heart rate on monitor
Lisa Marie Presley, daughter of music legend Elvis Presley, recently passed from a sudden cardiac arrest. She was 54.  During an NFL football game in early January, Damar Hamlin collapsed after a hit. Reports suggested he too had cardiac arrest. He survived due to immediate, on-field medical… See more
RSV: Take Precautions Against the Tripledemic Virus
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
January 19, 2023
woman comforting man who is coughing
You should always be vigilant about protecting your immune system. But between October and May, it’s imperative.  First, it’s flu season, which can lead to pneumonia and hospitalizations. We’re also still dealing with COVID. Although experts have yet to identify a “COVID season,” cases are… See more
What are 5 Ways to Live Longer and Increase Longevity?
January 18, 2023
women seated crossing legs in a yoga class
The average American will live into their late 70s. While medical experts expect life spans to increase in the coming years — possibly to more than 100 years of age — they’re increasingly worried about our health spans. Health span is the period of our lives we live without debilitating diseases… See more
7 Ways to Maintain Mobility & Stay Active as You Age
January 11, 2023
two middle aged women walking and holding water bottles
Let’s face facts – as we age, most of us become increasingly less active. For some people, it’s a lack of energy, while for others, old injuries and wear and tear on our bodies causes pain. Many older adults are sedentary, spending nine to 13 hours a day sitting, according to research. If you are… See more
5 Tips for Managing Arthritis Pain
January 11, 2023
Arthritis pain can affect your mobility.
Arthritis is a condition involving inflammation of the joints that can cause debilitating pain. There are many types of arthritis; however, two of the most common include rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA). RA is an autoimmune disease and systemic condition in which the immune… See more
This Nutrient May Slow Cognitive Decline and Promote Brain Health
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
December 15, 2022
Person using spoon to lift fruit, nuts, vegetables and grains from a food tray
Maintaining healthy cognitive function is a vital component to living a healthy life. Almost 10 percent of Americans older than 65 have dementia and another 22 percent have mild cognitive impairment – the earliest stage of memory loss, according to a study published in… See more
Can Drinking Tea Prevent Heart Disease in Women?
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
December 15, 2022
person pouring tea into teacup from tea kettle
You’ve probably heard (and used) expression, “But first, coffee.” If you’re preventing heart disease, you might want to rephrase: But first, tea!  Tea is one of the most popular beverages in the world. It’s high in flavonoids, plant-based compounds found in a wide range of foods including fruits,… See more
Americans Aren’t Using Free Dietary Tools to Eat Healthier
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
December 14, 2022
person using cellphone while standing next to produce section in grocery store
Nutrition is a complex science, but it plays a significant role in our health, so it’s important to understand at least the basics.

Which free diet tools can help me lose weight and eat healthier?

Fortunately, there are many dietary tools available to help, including free ones from the… See more
Four Reasons to Wear Sunglasses — They Help Protect Your Eyes from Disease 
By Sean Kelley
MDVIP
December 1, 2022
Four Reasons to Wear Sunglasses — They Help Protect Your Eyes from Disease 
If you’ve ever been outside in the snow on a sunny day, you know how blinding it can be. The same is true when you’re out on a boat or at the beach.  On days like this, the sun not only hits our eyes directly, it reflects brutally off the bright surfaces. But that’s just visible light, which can… See more

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