Health Tips

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…

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,…

Women are at higher risk than men to develop osteoporosis, or weakening of the bones. In an effort to prevent this, you may have been advised to take calcium and/or vitamin D supplements. While this is good advice if you’re not getting enough calcium or vitamin D in your diet, it may not protect you from…

There are a number of reasons why you may experience an itchy scalp. The most common culprit is dandruff, but other conditions could also leave you scratching your head. Dandruff is quite common, and although it isn’t serious, it can be uncomfortable, embarrassing and sometimes difficult to treat. “Dandruff is linked to the overgrowth and/or…

Shingles affects about 1 million people each year in the U.S. Everything about this virus is sneaky: who will get it, when they will get it, how long it will affect them and side effects are all unique to the person.   Anyone who has had chickenpox can get shingles, even children. It is often…

If you traveled to other parts of the world this summer, you may have brought back some healthy eating habits. Every culture has signature dishes and ways of preparing food. And many of these traditions are healthier than the foods we are famous for here in the U.S. Take the lead from these countries who…