Category: Prevention & Screening
Monitoring your health is essential for having a high quality of life and reducing chronic disease risk. One of the best ways to stay on top of your…
The new year is the perfect time to take a look at your ticker and improve your habits. We challenge readers to take a few key steps that can…
January Is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
According to the National Cervical Cancer Coalition, more than 13,000 women are diagnosed with…
Handwashing Awareness Week: Dec. 4-10
This week is National Handwashing Awareness Week. And, with flu season in full swing, it is the…
Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. It is a condition in which your body either doesn’t make insulin or cannot…
What Is the Flu Shot, and Do I Really Need to Get One Every Year?
According to the CDC, the Influenza or “Flu” Vaccine is one that will…
Monkeypox -What Is It?
Monkeypox is a rash that can occur on humans or animals and may be located on or near the genitals, or on other areas…
Breast Cancer Awareness
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women next to skin cancer. Cancer happens when abnormal cells…
The American Childhood Cancer Organization and others recognize the month of September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. This period is designed…
The month of September has been designated as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a time to focus on one of the most common types of cancer to affect…