Posts tagged with ‘prevention’

Nutrition for athletes is different for each athlete, his or her sport, training, and training time.

Good nutrition is critical for good health. Eating well not only gives your body the nutrients it needs. It also…

Your body depends on water to survive. Every cell, tissue, and organ in your body needs it to work properly…

Having a healthy heart is vital to your overall health. Two of the simplest yet most important ways to help…

Fires and other accidents at home can result in burns to you or a family member. Be prepared now and…

Knowing how to use both prescription and over-the-counter medicines properly can be the difference between feeling better or feeling…

If you have asthma, it’s important to know about medicines that might cause problems before you take them.

Outdoor air pollution is a mix of gases and toxic particles in the air we breathe. Regular exposure to it…

Many teenage pregnancies are unplanned. But there are many types of birth control options that can help prevent them.

Back injuries are common, but can be avoided by planning ahead, following proper lifting tips, and getting help.

Whether you’re planning to become pregnant or not, preconception care during your childbearing years is essential. Here are some things…

Health care workers are at greater risk of exposure to infections. There are ways to protect yourself.

A healthy diet can lower your risk of certain cancers. It also may help prevent other conditions, such as type…

Homocysteine is an amino acid (a building block of protein) your body produces. High levels of it can damage the…

Exercising your brain as you age is important and may help delay the onset of dementia.

More than 60,000 children go to the emergency room each year after getting into medicine. Childproofing your medicine storage is…

Cold and flu season begins in the fall and continues through spring. Both conditions are contagious. But you can help…

Car safety is important for everyone, including pregnant women. If you are pregnant and in a car, here are some…

Caffeine is a drug that should be limited for children and adolescents. Caffeine can lead to higher blood pressure, sleep…