October 18, 2016
Scented candles can fill our homes with lovely smells and are popular gifts around the holiday season, but are they safe? When candles burn, they can emit undesired chemicals which can be harmful. The greatest health concern with candles involves the potential for lead exposure. Metal was originally put in the wicks to help them…
October 12, 2016
A pet is more than just a great friend and loyal companion – it can benefit your health. Aside from the joy a pet can bring to your life, a pet can also help ease depression, calm anxiety, reduce your risk for heart disease, encourage physical activity and fulfill the basic human need to touch.…
October 4, 2016
Nail fungus is a common condition that tends to start out as a white or yellow spot under the tip of your fingernail or toenail. As the fungal infection progresses, it may cause your nail to discolor, thicken and crumble at the edge. It can affect multiple nails but usually won’t spread to all of…
September 27, 2016
Hand sanitizer offers a quick and convenient way to remove the bacteria on our hands, but does it really work? When To Use It Hands down, washing your hands with soap and water is the best way to remove germs. This is especially true if your hands are heavily soiled, or greasy. Plus, hand washing…
September 20, 2016
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can damage any part of the body. About 16,000 Americans develop lupus each year and 90 percent will be women. The side effects related to lupus are extensive and unique to each person. However, one of the more common is hair loss, affecting about 6 of every 10…
September 13, 2016
The possibility of getting breast cancer is not something anyone wants to think about. But by taking a proactive approach with regular mammogram screenings, you offer yourself the best chance of survival if you ever develop breast cancer. This life-saving screening can detect very small changes in breast tissues. By catching the breast cancer early,…