Posts tagged with ‘prevention’

The glycemic index measures how fast the carbohydrates in a food will make your blood sugar rise. The goal is…

You should choose a diet made of nutrient-rich foods. Nutrient-rich (or nutrient-dense) foods are low in sugar, sodium, starches, and…

Vaccinations are an important part of public health. They prevent the spread of contagious, dangerous, and deadly diseases, and save…

Limiting kids’ screen time and building healthy habits for TV, video games, and the internet is essential for lifelong…

Developing healthy habits when you’re a teenager will help you as you grow into an adult. Learn tips for staying…

Exercise is an important part of everyday senior health. It offers many benefits that will help you live a longer,…

After a heart attack, it is important to take care of yourself. Eating right and exercising are two ways to…

If the asthma treatment your doctor prescribed isn’t helping your symptoms, review these questions, answers, and things to consider.

Information for health care workers about how HIV is transmitted and what to do if you think you’ve been exposed…

Part of your responsibility as a parent is to teach your children how to lead healthy lives. Learn how to…

Don’t make your child’s food hassles a battle. Be creative, stay calm, and be patient when expanding your child’s mealtime…

Learn about ways to avoid getting the flu.

Concussions in kids need to be taken seriously. Here’s everything you need to know about this traumatic brain injury.

International travel has its share of health and safety challenges. Talk to your doctor about the area you are visiting…

Concussions can happen to anyone, during any physical activity. And you don’t have to get hit in the head or…

If you’ve had chickenpox, you’re at risk for getting shingles, a very painful and potentially debilitating disease. Nearly one in…

Flu season may not be here yet, but there are preventive measures you can take now. Always wash your hands…

Many teenage pregnancies are unplanned and can be prevented. Learn more about sexual education and access to birth control.

STIs are infections spread by sexual contact. They are very common, and many can be cured. The best way to…