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Quick Tips on Preventing Coronavirus
You can help protect yourself and help prevent the spreading COVID-19 (Coronavirus) with these tips.
Read MoreMarch is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and Early Screening can Save Lives
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month to raise awareness that early screening for colorectal cancer can save lives. Colorectal cancer is silent for many years and by the time there are symptoms it may already be in an advanced stage and may no longer be treatable. However, the earlier it is detected, the better…
Read MorePreventing and Treating the Flu
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend getting a flu shot every year as the best and most important step to take against the flu. This can help to: Reduce the numbers of people sick with the flu Cut down visits to doctors Reduce the number of flu related hospitalizations Prevent missed days…
Read MoreCongenital Heart Defect Awareness Week
Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week honors those born with a heart defect and all of the families and friends touched by children with heart defects. This is also the time for recognizing those who care for children and adults born with heart defects, as well as researchers and other heart experts.
Read MoreBroccoli Compound Indole may Prevent or Treat Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
According to a new study by researchers at Texas A&M AgriLife Research, a compound found in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables may be able to prevent or treat non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Indole, a natural compound found in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables may help to prevent or treat non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Indole…
Read MoreFlavonols from Fruits and Vegetables may help to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease
A new study published January 29, 2020 in Neurology suggests that antioxidant flavonols found in most fresh fruits and vegetables may lower the risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease. The researchers were from Rush University in Chicago. According to the lead author, Dr. Thomas M. Holland, eating more fruits, vegetables and drinking tea has the potential…
Read MoreBlue Dye may Help Heal Damaged Heart Muscles after a Heart Attack
Researchers from the Weizmann Institute in Israel in Israel have discovered that a non-toxic blue dye helped to heal and repair damaged heart tissue in mice after they had a heart attack. A compound from a molecule in Chicago Sky Blue (CSB) dye was found to prevent damaging inflammation in mice who had experienced a…
Read MoreYou May Lower your Risk for Dementia if you are Socially Active at Age 60
A study published August 2, 2019 in PLOS Medicine found that people who are socially active at age 60 have a lower risk for dementia. The study was carried out by researchers from the University College London (UCL) The Whitehall II Longitudinal Prospective Cohort Study The Whitehall II Longitudinal Prospective Cohort study included 10,228 participants…
Read MoreIt’s Thyroid Awareness Month!
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck. Although relatively small, the thyroid plays a huge role in the body, influencing the function of many important organs, including the heart, brain, liver, kidneys, and skin. Talk with your healthcare provider about whether your thyroid is healthy and functioning properly.
Read MoreA Good Night’s Sleep may Help to Prevent Glaucoma and Blindness
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month January 2020 is Glaucoma Awareness Month to raise awareness of the risk of going blind from untreated glaucoma. Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages the optic nerve and can lead to vision loss. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), new research shows that getting a proper good…
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