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BE FIT Golf doesn’t hold the same kind of injury risk as high-impact sports such as football or hockey. But the repetitive motion and twisting of the spine can set the stage for potential injuries that may be underestimated for this low-impact lifetime sport. Mike Markee, instructor of physical therapy and athletic training at Saint […]
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WELL-BEING More than 37,000 Americans are injured by power lawn mowers each year. Even a minor cut can become a problem if it gets infected. And, it’s possible to get severe injuries and even lose a toe if proper safety steps aren’t followed. Avoid getting hurt with these tips: * Don’t mow when the grass
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WELL-BEING Do you find your mornings feel rushed and stressful? There are some things you can do to make them better. A few simple steps can help your mornings go more smoothly. Get up at the same time each day. Having a regular wake-up time sets your body’s internal clock. This helps you fall asleep
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MEDICAL NEWS Nearly 26 million Americans have diabetes, and more than a quarter of them do not know it. Left untreated, diabetes can lead to serious problems such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, blindness, and loss of limbs. An estimated 79 million adults have pre-diabetes, a condition that places them at increased risk for
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SELF-CARE CORNER Vaccines are a crucial part of keeping your baby healthy. But, it can be difficult to watch your baby feel the pain of a shot. Don’t put off or skip vaccines that your baby needs. Instead, follow these tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): *Bring along a favorite item.Does
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FINANCIAL HEALTH Economic flux hurts more than our wallets. Financial woes can lead to emotionally damaging arguments among couples and put unnecessary strain on the family, said Josh Klapow, PhD, a clinical psychologist and professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Klapow is the author of Living Smart: 5 Essential Skills to Change
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FAMILY LIFE Parents generally teach their children about “stranger danger” from an early age. They are told not to talk to, walk with or take gifts or candy from strangers. But statistics show danger often lurks closer to home. According to the National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse, the vast majority of
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FAMILY LIFE It’s not always easy, but it’s important to talk to your teenage children about the dangers of underage drinking. It can result in violence, sexual assault, brain development problems and even serious injury or death. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 35 percent of 15-year-olds have had at least
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MEDICAL NEWS More than two out of every five middle and high school students who smoke report using either flavored little cigars or flavored cigarettes, according to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The study, based on data from a 2011 National Youth Tobacco Survey, is CDC’s first attempt to
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WELL-BEING Whether you’re stuck in your car or at home or elsewhere, know how to extend your cell phone’s battery life, advises the Auto Club Group. In an emergency, do this: * Turn the phone off. Only turn it on when you are expecting or making a call. * If you’re in an area with
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