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Red, Rich and Risky
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There are many risk factors for
basal cell carcinoma, the most
common type of skin cancer in
people with European ancestry.
Generally speaking, the biggest
and most obvious risk is
cumulative exposure to sunlight.
Studies Show
Statins are Overprescribed and Overrated -
For people at risk of heart disease,
cholesterol-lowering statins were once thought to
be a miracle drug — a "catchall" medicine that
could prevent strokes, heart attacks and even
Alzheimer's disease. But new data show that
statins, like all medications, have their
limitations.
De-Aging:
The
Miracle
of
Each
Moment
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"Anti-aging is defensive thinking," Kaz
explains to me one day after breakfast, sitting
high atop a hill, overlooking an endless sea.
"De-aging is more active. Each moment we have a
choice." Kaz takes a breath, and so do I. I've heard
him talk about de-aging before. This time, I'm
taking notes.
Study of
Centenarians Yields Tips for Longevity
- In a survey of 100
centenarians, researchers funded by United Health Care uncovered
some very interesting — and inspirational — information. More
importantly, these adults who have experienced 100 years of life
offer a model of health for all of us to follow.
How
to
Fight
WLP!
The
Last
Battle
of
the
Bulge
- Connie — an old friend with a new perspective
— lost 52 pounds over the last eight months, and
she's got 38 wiggly ones to go. Until now,
everything's been over-the-moon great. After a
lifetime of stupid gimmicky starvation diets
that never worked, Connie has seen the light,
and it's not spelled l-i-t-e.
The Zen of Fitness: Calm Your Mind, Activate Your Health
- It doesn't matter where your stress comes
from — bad news, unsatisfying job, no job, technology-abused
kids. What does matter is your plan for how to deal with stress
in a way that melts it, releases it, prevents it from damaging
your heart, raising your blood pressure, stiffening arteries,
suppressing your immune system, frying your
brain.
Beyond Addiction:
Always
Hope
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The impetus for my initial idea for this
week's column was the experience of a colleague
of mine at Hazelden who found himself suddenly
facing end-of-life issues, even though it turns
out he was in perfectly good health. But that
story of insight and inspiration will have to
wait; a real tragedy in my hometown grabs this
space for now.
Fosamax Side Effect
is Confusing but Rare
- Osteoporosis afflicts millions of Americans, and
proven medical therapies have brought great
relief for this painful illness. But recent
reports have examined the risk of developing an
unusual fracture of the femur (thigh bone) in
patients who are prescribed long-term use of
bisphosphonate medications, the common
first-line defense for treatment of
osteoporosis.
BlackBerry-aholic
- For dinner the other night, I ate too much,
and my stomach growled. Instinctively, I reached
for the BlackBerry on my belt. I thought it was
buzzing. It wasn't.
Happy
Healthy
2010!
Live
It,
Love
It,
Begin
Again
- I met a guy at a holiday party last week who
had recently lost a lot of weight. A lot.
I was meeting him for the first time, so I had
no idea, but those in the room who knew him were
amazed, impressed, jealous. How did he do it?
Weight Watchers? Stomach stapling? Cabbage soup?
Lifelong
Health: Knowledge is Vaccine for Swine
Flu Paranoia -
Swine flu, or H1N1, is spreading across the
country, primarily affecting children and young
adults who cluster together in schools and
colleges. This is leading to a heightened fear
and paranoia about the virus, fears that may
only get worse as the vaccine becomes available
and doctors must ration who receives it.
Blue Zones: Red Hot Tips for Living Longer
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Living longer has fascinated humans for the
longest time. Just think of all the myths,
legends and TV diets that have held our interest
over the years, all promising to reveal —
finally! — the secret to a longer life.
A Contagion Called Loneliness
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Loneliness
is
like
a
bad
cold,
say
researchers
at
the
University
of
California
San
Diego,
Harvard
and
the
University
of
Chicago.
Lonely
people
tend
to
share
their
loneliness
with
others,
gradually
creating
a
larger
group
of
lonely,
disconnected
people
who
drift
and
reside
on
the
fringes
of
social
networks.
Oh Baby! A Wake Up Call for Health Care
Reform - "It's
Riskier to Have a Baby in the U.S. Than
in Cuba or the Czech Republic."
Was this a
joke? I couldn't let it go. I felt it my
duty to check it out.
Shoes Blues -
OK, this probably
isn't news to most females, but science
has confirmed that women who make poor
shoe choices early in life (and we're
not talking about Manolos vs. Jimmy
Choos) suffer severe or chronic foot
pain later in life.
Energy
Express:
Let's
Call
It
Tedicare
--
Medicare
for
the
Rest
of
Us
-
Soon
Congress
will
return
to
session
and
continue
the
all-important
work
of
health
care
reform.
The
law
that
is
or
is
not
passed
will
affect
every
one
of
us.
I
know
you're
sick
of
this
stuff.
So
am
I.
But
be
patient
—
change
is
in
the
air.
Ask
Joe
Weider:
Red
Meat
Blues
-
Tip
of
the
Week:
Get
your
antioxidants,
but
don't
pay
an
arm
and
a
leg
for
them.
Sleep
Deprivation in Children -
Sleep deprivation in
childhood has consequences far beyond feeling grumpy in the
morning. Children who do not get enough sleep produce less
interleukin-1 which can hamper their immunity, leading to more
illnesses.
Beyond
Addiction
-
William
C.
Moyers
is
the
vice
president
of
external
affairs
for
the
Hazelden
Foundation
and
the
author
of
"Broken,"
his
best-selling
memoirs.
He
knows
about
addiction.
●Cloud
of
Witnesses
A little knowledge goes a long way during cold and
flu season
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Each
year these common maladies seem to cause as much
confusion as they do congestion.
And too often
our treatment plans are based on myth and
advertising hype.
Check out your cold and flu IQ.
Your Health - An excellent source of
information about specifics, from breast-feeding to
Alzheimers. Check it out often.
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A Site for Sore______
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Are you a "cyberchondriac?" If you have ever typed in a disease or condition into a search box
on the Internet, you qualify.
But don't take offense. Everybody's doing it, using the Web to obtain health-related
information.
Mayo Clinic - The latest
medical breakthroughs from a leading research institute.
Raising Healthy Kids
- Every parent wants healthy children, and there are things we can do to help make a big difference. This group of
articles provides hints and tips from the experts on how to raise healthy kids.
Ball brings new challenge to an old move
- The moves: A push-up with an exercise ball. Works on: Upper extremity, chest and core strength.
Defines and lifts the lower portion of the pectorals.
High-Burn,
Low-Impact Swimming Is Great Exercise
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Looking for an activity that burns calories, builds strength, is easy on the
joints and can be performed by almost anyone of any age or size?
Then take the plunge
and swim.
Allergies and Asthma: Video
Discussions with Specialists - What allergies are, prevention and treatment. What is asthma? asthma attacks,
managing asthma..
All About Acne
- Understanding acne, types, treating mild cases, treating severe acne, acne scars, video discussions by IllumistreamHealth.
Health Insurance Basics - A
basic look at health insurance, including how to choose a plan. Three videos.
Weight Loss Can Lead to
Freedom and Happiness - "In 2005," said Jessica, "We were both very overweight and very uncomfortable.
It royally sucked." At the time, Jessica was 31, 5-foot-7 and 288 pounds. Jon was 34,
5-foot-8 and 303. Both wanted to lose weight. But how?
Today's Health Scene: You're Not Alone. Ever. -
Your body consists of 100 trillion cells, give or
take, but they're in the minority. Each human is
also home to, among other things, an estimated 1,000
trillion individual bacteria, or 10 times more
microbes than human cells.
Healthy Living News Feed
- Medical breakthroughs and tips on healthy living from health coverage specialist Ivanhoe Broadcast News.
UV
Exposure, Wind,
Dust Are
Hard on the Eyes
- July is Ultraviolet Safety Month, and the
Academy of Ophthalmology wants to remind Americans to wear
sunglasses and a broad-brimmed hat whenever they head out into
the sun.
Today's Health Scene: The Skinny on Skin Cancer -
In a world of sound bites and Internet
rumors, it's not always easy to distinguish fact from fiction.
But when it comes to skin cancer, being able to exclude the
myths and embrace the truth may save your life.
The Skim Milk Cow
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New Zealand scientists have discovered that some cows
have genes that give them a natural ability to produce skim
milk. Can chocolate milk be far behind?
Keeping
Safe at Home - It may not be as easy as some think. The Home
Safety Council wants you to be aware of the
everyday dangers you
may encounter at home.
And guess what? June
is National Home Safety Awareness Month.
A Better Health Store - An incredible selection of health
information and products.
Catch Rays with Caution - A word of advice to young sun
worshippers.
Have Yourself A Healthy Little Holiday
- 10 ways to minimize calories and maximize enjoyment.
Rotavirus - A common, unpredictable and potentially serious
disease that affects nearly all children by age five.
Positive Airway Pressure for Sleep Apnea - Breathing machine
lets those with sleep apnea get a good night's rest.
Ten Minute Workout -
Here are a few exercises that you can do in just 10 minutes to improve
your total fitness health.
The Perfect Meal - Here's an
example of the perfect meal you can make at home. It has everything you need for better
health.
Breast
Cancer Basics - Here are some facts about breast
cancer every woman should know.
Childhood
Asthma Relief - Here are three
steps parents can take to help keep a child with asthma healthy.
About
Fitness and Wellness - The fact is, being fit and being well are totally
different conditions. However, both are essential to maintaining your health.
Eat
Your Way to Lower Cholesterol - Many have high cholesterol these days.
To help lower your cholesterol, here are 10 tips to get you started today.
Running for
Beginners: Running Tips A to Z - Follow these, and you'll be a wiser runner!
Not One
Ounce: The Run Up to Thanksgiving - The turkey
tsunami hits on the 3rd Thursday in November, replete with piles of potatoes, pies,
sauces, stuffing, and all the rest. Eating preparations must begin now!
How to Avoid
'Sick House' Syndrome and Breathe Easier - Our homes and offices can get sick when
they're sealed tightly to prevent noise, pollution, or cold air from entering.
A Great Time to Quit
Smoking - So many government agencies and others are trying to
help. There's even a quitline to help you find local support.
October:
Time to Focus on Protecting Children - Every year it's important to stress how we can
unwittingly allow our children to be harmed in and around our own homes. Let's look again
at the hazards.
Can You Identify Your Acne?
- Knowing the type of acne irritating your skin is the first step in dealing with it.
The
Psychology of Quitting Smoking - Many experts believe smoking is only about 10%
physical addiction and a whopping 90% psychological addiction. Here's how to work on your
psyche.
Self Image and Health:
Protecting Our Children - Health studies point to popular culture as a perpetrator of
body image which has corresponded to the self image and well being of women and
men.
Help with
America's Health Care Crisis: Teach Someone to Read! - Imagine what it would be like
if you were sick, scared and had only third grade reading skills.
Asbestos Killed My
Husband - When Brian finally received his diagnosis, my worst nightmare became
reality. He had pleural mesothelioma, a terminal cancer of the lung caused by the
inhalation of asbestos dust.
Indoor Air
Pollution - Air inside our homes can be five times more unhealthy than air outdoors,
particularly in winter. Here's what to do about it.
Dietary Weapons
of Mass Distraction (WMD) - International food observers are investigating the
suspicious links between the axis-of-evil molecules and the thin, healthy people of the
world.
15 Quick Tips for
People Who Don't Like to Exercise - A daily blast for mind, body & soul.
Mammogram Morning - Humor
columnist Sheila Moss takes us with her for a mammogram.
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