By on Aug 15, 2016 in Life and Health |

  According to the Arthritis Foundation, more than 50 million U.S. adults have doctor-diagnosed arthritis—a number that is expected to increase to 67 million by 2030. It’s the nation’s number one cause of disability, resulting in $156 billion in lost wages and medical expenses every year. While it’s more likely you’ll develop arthritis as a senior, it can actually...

By on Jul 23, 2016 in Life and Health |

While it’s true that health issues tend to multiply with age, even young people can find themselves in need of a doctor. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the top cause of death among Americans between the ages of 18 and 29 are unintentional injuries. Other common health risks include smoking, obesity and lack of physical...

By on Jul 23, 2016 in Life and Health |

While it’s true that health issues tend to multiply with age, even young people can find themselves in need of a doctor. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the top cause of death among Americans between the ages of 18 and 29 are unintentional injuries. Other common health risks include smoking, obesity and lack of physical...

By on Jul 8, 2016 in Life and Health |

Did you get at least seven hours of quality sleep last night? If your answer is no, you’re not alone. According to one national survey, 30 percent of adults sleep an average of 6 hours or less. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have even declared insufficient sleep an important public health concern, with lack of sleep contributing to the...

By on Jul 8, 2016 in Life and Health |

Did you get at least seven hours of quality sleep last night? If your answer is no, you’re not alone. According to one national survey, 30 percent of adults sleep an average of 6 hours or less. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have even declared insufficient sleep an important public health concern, with lack of sleep contributing to the...

By on Jun 2, 2016 in Life and Health |

Zika is a virus transmitted by the Aedes mosquito, a species that is common throughout the world. It may also be transmitted through sexual contact and blood transfusions. First identified in the Zika Valley of Africa in 1947, there have been several outbreaks in locations in Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands since 2007. Most recently, reported cases in Brazil...