Ah-Choo! Kids & Allergies

Forty percent of American children have seasonal allergies. When a parent has allergies, his or her child will probably have them too. Most allergies tend to appear in childhood. So, if you have seasonal... Read more...

Type 2 Diabetes: The Choice is Yours

The statistics for type 2 diabetes are staggering. There are about 20 million Americans with type 2 diabetes, a high sugar condition caused by poor nutrition, being obese, and a lack of exercise—factors... Read more...

Stroke: Know the Signs, Save Lives

Your heart is not the only potential victim of cardiovascular disease. Your brain can be, too. Stroke is a type of cardiovascular disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. A stroke... Read more...

The Big Ticker: Heart Disease

Clench your fist—that’s about the size of your heart. Located in the center of your chest, the heart beats about one hundred thousand times a day, pumping five to six quarts of blood per minute. Once... Read more...

Can Herbal Medicines Help During Pregnancy and Childbirth?

Everything in your body reaches for nurturing during pregnancy and using medicinal herbs carefully can keep you strong during your pregnancy. First, it is recommended that you consult both your doctor... Read more...

How to Do a Breast Self-Exam

1. Stand in front of a mirror, shoulders straight, hands on hips. Are your breasts evenly shaped, with no distortion or swelling? Do you see any redness or dimpling, or feel any soreness? Has your nipple... Read more...

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