I will hesitantly admit that while watching dancing shows on TV, I have been caught trying to bust out a move or two in my own living room. Although my efforts traditionally result in me injuring some part of my body, there are a number of people who have gotten involved in dance programs around [...]
Summer is upon us and that means more time spent outdoors soaking up the glorious rays of the sun. Although many find laying out at the pool or the beach to be an enjoyable activity, a new study has found that achieving that perfect tan may come at a dangerous price.
Researchers have found that cases [...]
According to a recent study by the National Sleep Foundation an estimated 65% of Americans deal with sleep problems at least a few days a week. A bad night sleep can lead to an array of issues, aside from the obvious sluggish day at work; other health problems that can ensue from lack of sleep [...]
Our bodies are comprised of thousands of strands of DNA, which are responsible for who we are physically, mentally, and emotionally. Certain traits that we possess have been passed down from our parents through genetics such as eye color, disposition, and body type. Genetics are also responsible however, for transferring a number of unhealthy traits [...]
Almost every home is equipped with some sort of first aid kit, especially if you have children or if you tend to be accident prone, like myself. The problem, however, is that first aid kits don’t come with instructions on how to deal with particular incidents which results in people incorrectly treating injuries. Wouldn’t it [...]
According to a new study conducted by the Environmental Working Group, a Washington-based nonprofit organization, sunscreen may not be effectively protecting people from harmful UV rays.
Most people choose a sunscreen based on the SPF number that is found on the front of the bottle. But the SPF, which protects against UVB rays says nothing about [...]
Everyone loves to snack on those high-calorie junk food delicacies that can lead to an ultimately unhealthy diet, and severe health issues such as heart disease, and obesity. In order to avoid the dangerous traps that lure us into these harmful eating habits here are 5 tips to abide by:
1.) Did you know that [...]
I have been around diabetes all my life. Although I myself don’t have it, my father was a diabetic for a little over 40 years and I learned about the disease and its dangers vicariously through him. Sadly, the number of Americans with diabetes has grown to about 24 million people, up about 3 million [...]
Could what was once a phenomenon only found in Starfish and Salamanders now actually be amedical breakthrough in American health? According to a recent article, last week in Texas, Army Sgt. Shiloh Harris underwent a history-making procedure that may help him re-grow his finger that was lost during battle. Doctors applied a special powder to [...]
What age is too young for a child to have a cell phone? In today’s technology driven age, this is a very popular question among parents and the answers vary. My 14 year old niece just recently got a cell phone, but I’ve known children as young as 10 who have their own phone. Now, [...]
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