Health Screenings for Women Whether you’re 18 or 88, there are certain health screenings every woman should have. A woman’s health depends on many factors. Every woman should make time for healthy habits — regular exercise, stress management, eating the right foods — and she should also be scheduling routine ... Read More »

Are you comfortable with your doctor?  Do you know how to communicate with your health care providers?  It is important to have a good relationship with your medical providers to achieve the best health outcomes. These tips may help you and your doctor improve your healthcare. Talk to your doctor ... Read More »

The Centers for Disease Control recommends that everyone born from 1945–1965 (baby-boomers) get tested for hepatitis C, a disease that causes inflammation and infection of the liver. This condition develops after being infected with the hepatitis C virus (HCV). It can cause lifelong infection, fibrosis (mild to moderate liver scarring), ... Read More »

Contributor, Janice Love, MS, Author, Certified Coach Being a caregiver is no easy task. Often time the patient receives all the attention and the caregiver’s needs may go unnoticed. A year ago, my sister who was the primary caretaker of our widowed father, became ill and was hospitalized in critical ... Read More »

Getting a check-up is one of many things you can do to help stay healthy and prevent disease and a variety of illnesses and disabilities. You’ve made the appointment to see your doctor. You’ve followed the instructions on how to prepare for specific tests. But before your next checkup, make sure ... Read More »

Keeping hands clean is one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs, especially the seasonal flu virus. Many diseases and conditions are spread by not washing hands with soap and clean, running water. If soap and water are unavailable, use an alcohol-based ... Read More »

It is important to determine what your expectations are when selecting a new doctor. Gather as much information as possible to make the best decision for you and your family. The following are a few questions to consider: Is the doctor taking new patients? Is the doctor in my network ... Read More »

The word à la carte is used most often on menus when you are given the option ofselecting a dish that’s not included in the main course. If it is à la carte, you knowit’s a bit pricey, but once you read the highlighted tag that says “rated # 1 ... Read More »