Category: Wellness
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The Best Home Remedies for Sunburn
Sunburn is to summer as cigar as to Groucho. You can’t have one without the other, and it’s a rite of passage for children and teens to go through their first overexposure. The term “sunburn” describes red, painful skin that’s sometimes swollen. It arrives because of overexposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun. How…
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The Effects of Climate Change on Health
We’re all used to hearing about how climate change can affect the polar bears and other animal populations. But it also has serious consequences for human health and safety. The increasing amount of carbon in the air, which many researchers and scientists believe is responsible for shifting weather patterns and an increase in temperature in…
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The Best Ergonomic Devices for Work
The United States Occupational Safety & Health Administration reports that musculoskeletal disorders are the most widespread work-related injuries in the country. Such injuries as carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, trigger finger, tendonitis, rotator cuff injuries, and back strains and lower back pains are among the injuries suffered by workers on the job. The Occupational Safety &…
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Bad Breath? What It Could Mean
Bad breath is no laughing matter. But we devote millions of dollars to sweetening our breath. It’s become a social norm for people to care deeply about creating a minty-sweet mouth. But bad breath can be a sign of something more than poor hygiene. It may be trying to warn you that you have a…
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How to Relieve a Pain in the Neck
Many Americans suffer from chronic pains in the neck. Mother-in-law jokes aside, it’s an often debilitating condition that can affect work, home, family, travel and simple enjoyment of life. The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) found that close to 65 percent of Americans ages 18 to 34 claim to have suffered from chronic pain during the…
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6 Natural Ways to Boost Your Immunity
Flu season is upon us, and despite regular warnings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), only about 32 percent of Americans are getting their annual seasonal flu vaccines. Whether you have your vaccination or have chosen not to take the precaution (or if you fall into the high-risk categories for those who…
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Caregivers Need to Be Vigilant About Their Own Health
There is an old saying that goes something like this: “If you don’t take care of yourself, you won’t be able to take care of anyone else.” There’s a lot to be said about looking out for number one, especially if you’re a caregiver. Being a caregiver is exceptionally demanding in multiple mental and physical…
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The Most Common — and Most Severe – Allergies
Allergies are nothing to sneeze at. They can be downright debilitating. Ask anyone who battles with congestion, itchy eyes and headaches, and they’ll tell you attest to the chronic discomfort caused by unruly allergies. Allergies occur when a person comes into contact with a substance called an allergen. Allergens can be many different things including…
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Are You at Risk for a Hospital Infection?
Imagine that you underwent a medical procedure at your local hospital. Shortly after the procedure, you began feeling extremely ill with a high temperature and a bad headache. However, when you informed doctors of your condition, they just responded by saying it’s probably a bug and told you to see if it improves by your…
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4 Signs You Need a Colonoscopy Stat
No one wants to admit when it might be time to have a serious examination, like a colonoscopy. In fact, even though it is recommended to have a colonoscopy when you turn 50, most people don’t actually have one. Likewise, even when there are explicit signs that someone needs a serious examination, most people will…