WELL-BEING High winds and storms can cause power lines to fall. Be alert and always assume all fallen lines are energized, says MidAmerican Energy. Stay away from anything that is touching the line, such as a tree, fence, or vehicle. * Do not touch someone who is being shocked by a fallen power line. * […]
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS It’s a common belief that stress causes high blood pressure. Have you ever heard someone say, “My blood pressure went through the roof!” when referring to a stressful event? Indeed, stress can cause a temporary spike in your blood pressure. You may notice symptoms like a pounding heart or sweaty palms as
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MEDICAL NEWS Because 1 in 3 American adults suffers from high blood pressure, regular and accurate blood pressure checks are important for correctly diagnosing and treating hypertension (the medical term for high blood pressure). Dr. Robert Zelis, a cardiologist at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, says there are three groups of people who
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WELL-BEING Is 90 the new 85? In 1980, there were 720,000 people aged 90 and older in the United States. In 2010, there were 1.9 million people aged 90 and older. By 2050, the ranks of people 90 and older may reach 9 million, according to a report from the U.S. Census Bureau, commissioned by
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FAMILY LIFE Before you let your child play at another person’s house, you may ask some safety questions. For instance, you’ll probably want to know if adults are there, when they will be home, and what they will be doing. There’s another question that may be harder to ask, but your child’s life may depend
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FAMILY LIFE When the kids are home from school for the summer, it can be hard to avoid technology. Kids (and adults) are used to constant entertainment from the television, computer, smartphones and tablets. But, reducing screen time can have many benefits for families: * Boredom is a great way for kids to learn to
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FAMILY LIFE Hari Cheryl Sachs, M.D., a pediatrician at the Food and Drug Administration offers this advice: * For infants younger than six months old, avoid exposure to the sun in the hours between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., when ultraviolet (UV) rays are most intense. * Even though it is best to keep infants
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SELF-CARE CORNER Did you know … the term “sunblock” is no longer used on sunscreen labels because no sunscreen can block all of the sun’s rays? You’ll now see the term “broad spectrum” that indicates a level of protection offered from both UVA and UVB rays. Sunscreens really aren’t waterproof either. Apply and reapply at
SELF-CARE CORNER You can head off hair loss by changing the way you care for your hair, say the experts from the American Academy of Dermatology. * Do you vigorously towel dry your hair? Instead of rubbing wet hair, which is more elastic and vulnerable to breaking, wrap your hair in a towel to absorb
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MEDICAL NEWS Five new studies support simple steps to prevent illness and improve overall health. The American Journal of Medicine reports the following based on multiple studies in several countries: * Eating fresh fish regularly may reduce your risk of colorectal cancer. * Still trying to stop smoking? Try acupuncture and hypnosis. Several studies found
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