_ DiabetesHow to Safely Use Glucose Meters and Test Strips for Diabetes By Jane Farrell articleUsing a glucose meter to check and monitor blood sugar is a daily part of life for millions of Americans … Read More→
_ HyperhidrosisDon't Sweat It: Help for Hyperhidrosis By Jane Farrell articleAt least 15 million people in the U.S. experience diminished quality of life due to excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis. Many … Read More→
_ Heart HealthRejected and Unfilled Prescriptions for New, Pricier Cholesterol Drugs Tied to Higher Heart, Stroke Risk By Jane Farrell articlePatients appear to be at higher risk of heart problems or stroke when prescriptions for the newest cholesterol-lowering drugs are … Read More→
_ Dental Health5 Tips for Dealing with Adult Braces By Jane Farrell articleIt is becoming common amongst adults to wear braces to fix misaligned and crooked teeth. However, it may not be … Read More→
_ HobbiesPut Fall Leaves to Work in Your Landscape By Sondra Forsyth articleRaking fall leaves can seem like a chore and a never-ending one, at that. Reduce time and effort spent managing … Read More→
_ Cold Weather Health Myths Busted By Sondra Forsyth articleThere are many winter health myths that we have heard from well-intentioned grandparents and parents. They have become so ingrained … Read More→
_ MigraineFDA Approves New Migraine Remedy By Jane Farrell articleThe federal government has approved Reyvow (lasmiditan) tablets for the acute (active but short-term) treatment of migraine with or without … Read More→
_ HobbiesRevive Overcrowded and Struggling Perennials By Sondra Forsyth articleFall is the best time to divide spring and summer blooming perennials that are overcrowded, dead in the center, failing … Read More→
_ Oral HealthA Mysterious Link Between Tooth Loss and Heart Disease By Jane Farrell articlePeople who have lost teeth for “nontraumatic” reasons could have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease, new research shows. … Read More→
_ Fall/Winter Medicine Cabinet Essentials By Sondra Forsyth articleHave you ever noticed that when there’s a bug around your office, not everyone gets sick? Somebody is out for 10 … Read More→
_ e-CigarettesTeen E-Cigarette Use Doubles Since 2017 By Jane Farrell articleTeen rates of e-cigarette use are rising sharply, new research shows. Data from the 2019 Monitoring the Future Survey of … Read More→
_ AllergiesWhat You Need to Know about Sinus Infection By Jane Farrell articleThe fall months are upon us, and that means that the potential for seasonal allergies, runny noses and sinus infections … Read More→
_ Senior HealthProtecting Seniors from the Flu By Sondra Forsyth articleCaregivers and seniors themselves need to watch out for “senior” flu symptoms. A study published in the Journal of the … Read More→
_ Health HeadlinesMillions Taking Aspirin Without Any Clear Benefit By Jane Farrell articleMany people take aspirin every day to prevent a heart attack or stroke. But daily aspirin isn’t advised for everyone. … Read More→
_ Heart HealthPesticide Exposure Raises Heart-Disease Risk in Some Men By Jane Farrell articleOn-the-job exposure to high levels of pesticides raised the risk of heart disease and stroke in a generally healthy group … Read More→
_ HobbiesGet the Most Out of Your Tomato Harvest By Sondra Forsyth articleNothing beats the flavor of fresh-from-the-garden tomatoes and when they’re left on the plant five to eight days after the … Read More→
_ Senior HealthWhat Should I Do If I Fall? By Sondra Forsyth articleWhether you are at home or somewhere else, a sudden fall can be startling and upsetting. If you do fall, … Read More→
_ Urinary IncontinenceThe Best Surgery for Urinary Incontinence By Jane Farrell articleSurgery for stress urinary incontinence (leaking that occurs with a cough or sneeze) also improves symptoms of another form of … Read More→