September is National Cholesterol Education Month
When was the last time you checked your cholesterol level or lipid profile? High Cholesterol levels can be found not only in adults but in children as well. This month is National Cholesterol Education Month. Take time to read the information below to get educated on cholesterol and its effects and remember to talk to your doctor about Cholesterol on your next visit. High Blood Cholesterol, What you need to know. Do you know your Cholesterol Levels? On the Move to Better Heart Health for African Americans The National Cholesterol Education...
read moreApril is Alcohol Awareness Month
You may have heard that moderate drinking can be good for your heart. This might be true for some drinkers (mainly middle-aged and older adults). But with heavy drinking, any potential benefits of alcohol are outweighed by serious risks to your health. Alcohol Awareness Month is a good time to think about your drinking habits. Are you concerned that you might be drinking too much? Or are you worried about a loved one’s drinking? For most adults, drinking alcohol in moderation doesn’t cause any serious health problems. If you choose to...
read morePreventive Services Covered under the Affordable Care Act
If you have a new health insurance plan or insurance policy beginning on or after September 23, 2010, the following preventive services must be covered without your having to pay a copayment or co-insurance or meet your deductible. This applies only when these services are delivered by a network provider. Covered Preventive Services for Adults Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm one-time screening for men of specified ages who have ever smoked Alcohol Misuse screening and counseling Aspirin use for men and women of certain ages Blood Pressure screening...
read moreHere’s how to alleviate a muscle cramp
(HealthDay News) — A muscle cramp occurs when a muscle involuntarily contracts. It often occurs during a sport or other exercise, but a muscle can spasm even during sleep. The ADAM Encyclopedia offers these suggestions for alleviating or preventing a muscle cramp: Stop your activity right away, and perform some gentle stretching or massage. Heat the muscle while it’s cramping. Apply ice for pain later. Take a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug to help manage pain. Drink plenty of water, a sports drink or take a salt...
read moreNational Wear RED Day 02/04/2011
Friday 02-04-2011 is Wear RED day in honor of “Healthy Heart”. February is Heart Month celebrate the month by taking care of your heart and doing something to help save lives. You can help by setting up a fundraising page as an individual or group, or for your school or workplace, Start Today According to the American Heart Association some warning signs of: Stroke is SUDDEN: - NUMBNESS OR WEAKNESS OF THE FACE, ARM OR LEG, ESPECIALLY ON ONE SIDE OF THE BODY. - CONFUSION, TROUBLE SPEAKING OR UNDERSTANDING - TROUBLE SEEING IN...
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