Think Healthier: because you need to!

It’s the day and age of antibacterial everything. We see these words on soaps, household cleaners and even feminine products. As a result, we equate bacteria with all things bad. But could there actually be good bacteria too? The answer is yes. And many of these little rascals are needed for the human body to…

There are more than 60,000 pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and pharmaceutical scientists currently working in the United States. They are found in drug stores, supermarkets, hospitals, research laboratory facilities and teaching at universities. They are the backbone of our nation’s knowledge of medicines, their controlled distribution and their potential effects on the human body. These dedicated…

A recent case of a man whose eye suddenly changed color due to his Ebola infection is a startling example of how much eyes can reveal about health. While some eye conditions and symptoms are relatively minor and are limited solely to the eye, others indicate more widespread and sometimes serious problems. One beneficial feature…

Everyone loves a good cliffhanger at the movies. They’re called nail-biters because they induce nervousness in the audience. But not everyone loves the nail-biting habit in real life. Beyond how unsightly the results of gnawing on your nails looks, there are significant health hazards to the practice. FOUR REASONS TO STOP First and foremost, the…

Only 1 percent of trips taken by United States residents are by bicycle, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But even that low total creates enormous problems for the bicycling set. In statistics from 2013, the last year available, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that more than 490,000 emergency…

Hiking doesn’t seem particularly dangerous at first glance. After all, most of us walk every day to our jobs, school, during shopping and for exercise. Why should a walk in the woods be that much different? Ah, but a walk in the woods for someone who is not aware of the dangers can be fatal.…

Fainting — it’s prevalent in films and TV. But most people have never experienced it personally. Those who have will tell you there’s nothing scarier than that fainting feeling. Not only does it make driving and other tasks hazardous, but it also fosters a feeling of being out of control. In truth, there are many…

It was a memorable night at a friend’s wedding. Duncan Cooper was enjoying the evening in style. Thin and fit, the 59-year-old had always been the picture of perfect health. After enjoying a few signature drinks, he pushed his wife (who was recovering from knee surgery) across the room in a wheelchair. In that instant,…

Most massages have common traits – a therapist applies pressure to areas of the body to relax or manipulate. The overall goal is the well-being of the patient receiving the massage treatment. While there are various types of massages, they all come at a price. Finding the most affordable can be a challenge. The cost…

Stopping to smell the roses and enjoy the warmth of the sun on your face isn’t just good for your stress level — it’s necessary for your health. While many Americans feel that they are getting their necessary levels of vitamin D by consuming vitamin-D-fortified foods such as milk, studies have shown that there are…