Care for the Caregiver
As we age, the likelihood that we will eventually become responsible for caring for an aging or chronically ill spouse or parent, is a very real possibility. For many of us, it is something we are not prepared to handle and the added stress can have a detrimental effect on our own health. Researchers have learned a lot about the effects of caregiving on health and wellbeing. For example, if Read more »
Oh my aching feet!
Love your stilettos or flip flops? Your feet could be paying for your fashion. The average person takes around 10,000 strides per day, so an individual’s choice in footwear has a tremendous effect on their body, especially their feet. And yet, most of us select our footwear based on season, fashion trends and coordination with our wardrobes, instead of comfort and proper fit. Americans spend more each year on shoes, and Read more »
New Evidence in the Case Against… Fast Food
Now a 20-year study connects the consumption of fast food in children and adolescents to increased risk of asthma, eczema and rhinitis. We all know about the connection between fast food consumption and the epidemic rates of obesity in children and adults worldwide. There is also an undeniable link between fast food and a myriad of other health conditions, including heart disease, diabetes and cancer and the enormous impact these Read more »
Personalized Medicine The future of healthcare, now
Anyone who has found themselves caught up in what sometimes feels like a very “impersonal” healthcare system or who has tried to help a friend or loved one navigate the complexities of accessing care, can attest to the level of frustration it can induce. For years one of the greatest criticisms of modern medicine has been a growing lack of hands-on, face-to-face interaction between patient and caregiver. For medical professionals all Read more »June 18th 2019
Static electricity related incidents at gas stations are relatively unusual, but the potential for them to happen is at its read more »
Summit Connects Faith and Mental Health Communities Posted Mon 01/2/2017 4:24AMJACKSON, Miss. – Last fall Belhaven University mobilized a collaborative effort among churches to address the issue of mental health read more »
St. Dominic’s Diabetes Education Program Receives Recognition Posted Mon 01/2/2017 4:21AMJACKSON, Miss. – St. Dominic’s Hospital recently was honored by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) with the award of an read more »
Well-Being Classifieds for buyers and sellers. Find the latest fitness equipment, classes, and accessories to purchase, or sell your own exercise gear. GO »
Find outstanding healthcare providers in your area from a wide range of specialties. Contact area specialists and state-of-the-art healthcare facilities.
