Suicide is a world-wide avoidable public health problem.  Nearly 30,000 Americans will take their own lives this year.  Far more will make an try at taking their own lives.   A suicide attempt is a clear sign that something is very wrong – a response to a situation viewed as overwhelming.  It’s an expression of …Continue reading →

o  Be sure to check your feet every day for cuts, blisters, red spots, and swelling. Be sure to check the bottoms of your feet, too – use a mirror, or ask a family member for help if you’ve trouble seeing. o  Wash your feet every day in warm – not hot – water. Dry …Continue reading →

Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries. Pressure is highest when the heart muscle beats or squeezes. This is the “top” number. Pressure is lowest when the heart muscle relaxes between beats. This is the “bottom” number. Your blood pressure is normal, pre-hypertensive or high. Pre-hypertensive is the …Continue reading →

Healthful teeth are clean and have few cavities. Healthy gums are pink and firm. Tooth decay and cavities are common and can occur at any age. Tooth decay and cavities can lead to pain, difficulty consuming, infection and tooth loss when not treated. Plaque

The food a person consumes can affect the way blood flows through the heart and arteries. A diet high in saturated fat and cholesterol can gradually cause a buildup in the arteries. That buildup slows down the blood flow and blocks small arteries. When the blockage happens in an artery that carries blood to the …Continue reading →

Almost 2 million people  have Rheumatoid Arthritis. It is more common in women. Rheumatoid Arthritis is caused by a problem with the immune system. Instead of protecting healthful joints and bones, it hurts them. This causes changes in the joint, pain, and stiffness. No one knows what causes Rheumatoid Arthritis. A person’s genes and the …Continue reading →

Cigar tobacco use has increased more than 50% in the last decade. Among women, cigar tobacco use has increased 5-fold. Who smokes cigars? Mostly men aged 35 – 64 with higher education and incomes. Make certain to use of tobacco cigars has risks.

A stroke occurs when the part of the blood supply to the brain is stopped and brain cells do not get enough oxygen. Strokes can result in difficulty speaking and paralysis.              The risk of stroke increases with age. Having a stroke can happen at any age, but the chance of having a stroke greatly …Continue reading →

What’s alcoholism? Alcoholism or alcohol dependence is a disease that has four main features. These are –  

Aerobic Activities Aerobic exercises are important for your health. These activities include brisk walking, biking, swimming or dancing. Other activities you are able to do include playing with your children or your grandchildren, doing housework or working in the garden. When you are not active, begin gradually.  The goal is at least 30-minutes of activity …Continue reading →