Inflammation is an immune response of the body trying to heal itself. But if the inflammation stems from a problem that is not treated, chronic inflammation can set in, which is an underlying cause of diseases ranging from arthritis to…
Allergies have been growing in prevalence over the past few decades, particularly in Western nations. And while allergies among children often receive the lion’s share of attention, the reality is that many adults suddenly find themselves dealing with allergies they…
When disaster strikes, are you prepared to help others in need? And are you aware of the warning signs of emergency situations and how to avoid potential injury-causing accidents in the first place? Being able to quickly take the proper…
The lovely weather and landscapes of fall come at a price: allergies. Ragweed and mold thrive when temperatures drop and the leaves turn, triggering allergy symptoms such as runny noses, sneezing, and coughing in millions of people. Fortunately, preventing and…
Medical alert systems might seem antiquated in the digital age — after all, almost everyone has a cellphone that offers a direct line to 911. But if your phone is on the coffee table when you fall in the shower,…
Hearing loss is an invisible impairment that affects millions of people across the country and around the world. While it often goes undetected or untreated, it can have significant effects on quality of life, posing risks to physical safety, cognitive…
Cannabidiol, or CBD, is a cannabis derivative that is taking the country by storm and quickly becoming a preferred supplement for seniors with all kinds of issues, ranging from anxiety…
The fitness world is increasingly populated by boutique studios peddling specialty workout programs. Exercise buffs routinely shell out $20 to $40 drop-in fees for classes whose popularity and prices are…
Unfortunately, many gym-goers, with all their sweating, coughing, selfie-taking and loud talking, break basic etiquette rules on the regular. Not everyone is aware of how to behave in such establishments,…
Judging from ads and magazines, you’d think that fitness is the realm of the young. Unfortunately, you’d be woefully incorrect — physical fitness is just as important for 67-year-olds as…
Summer is here, and people are flocking to the water, whether it’s a beach, lake, pool, pond, river, or backyard creek. But there’s an inherent risk to swimming and other…
The pursuit of good health has inspired all manner of unique and unusual fads. And each year brings a variety of new offerings, some of which turn out to be…
Changes in health are hard to anticipate. The best anyone can do is to take care of their body and prepare for the worst, but the Centers for Disease Control…
As warm weather arrives, most of us start wearing lighter clothes that leave our bodies exposed in all their lumpy, wintery glory. Gym workouts and personal trainers are great for…
As children grow up and move out of the nest, it can often be perplexing for a parent to maintain a close relationship and strong bond with their adult child…
Social scientists and popular culture give a lot of attention to parent-child and marital relationships, but it is sibling bonds that actually last the longest — longer than our connections…
For many people, a messy home is nothing a little Marie Kondo tidying or spring cleaning can’t fix, but for up to six percent of the population, hoarding is a…
Nearly 40 million adults in the United States are providing unpaid care to an adult, and with half of that number joining the caregiving ranks every year, it’s likely to…