News outlets bombard us with health information. From television talk shows hosted by a crew of doctors, to national news channels, we must sift through a plethora of stories and determine which ones are most important to us.
If you have a family member suffering from Multiple Sclerosis, maybe you stay tuned for developments in treatment of that disease, or if you’ve put on a few pounds, you may welcome news accounts of medications to assist with suppressing the appetite; however, whatever health concern you may be most interested in, you need to realize that there are credible sources of
MRSA
by Dean Heller MD September 9th, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
My friend's child developed a skin infection called MRSA. He was very sick for a while. How do I prevent my children from getting this?
MRSA stands for Methicillin resistant Staph. Aureus, which is a bacteria. Many of us live with Staph. Aureus bacteria on our skin without getting sick from it. This bacteria frequently attacks the elderly or the immunocomprimised. MRSA is a type of this bacteria, but one that is resistant to the typical treatment. It can cause serious infections in some people.
To prevent it you should:
1. Cover any open wounds, and shower with soap and hot water.
2. Don't
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MRSA stands for Methicillin resistant Staph. Aureus, which is a bacteria. Many of us live with Staph. Aureus bacteria on our skin without getting sick from it. This bacteria frequently attacks the elderly or the immunocomprimised. MRSA is a type of this bacteria, but one that is resistant to the typical treatment. It can cause serious infections in some people.
To prevent it you should:
1. Cover any open wounds, and shower with soap and hot water.
2. Don't
Coping with College
by Mackenzie M. September 8th, 2011 | Mental Health
Last week, it finally came time for my younger sister to fly the nest. Much like myself, she had selected a university thousands of miles from home, in the depths of south Florida. Almost immediately, the calls concerning homesickness and feelings of helplessness began. So when thinking of a topic for this week’s mental health article, it seemed fitting to write about a mental health issue that is not only affecting my sister, but thousands of college freshmen around the nation: homesickness. I have compiled a list of some short and easy tips to get you feeling at home
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You Can Coordinate an Exercise Program
by Lori Sciame September 5th, 2011 | Exercise
With this sluggish economy, many businesses find it difficult to employ someone to coordinate worksite wellness programs. Many times, employees who may not have any experience in holding wellness events may be called upon by management to plan an event to coincide with special days, including National Employee Health and Fitness Day.
Although it may seem difficult to do, coordinating these exercise events can be fun and rewarding. Listed below you will find several easy ideas to get a group of people at work to exercise.
1. 10,000 Steps Challenge
This event revolves around teaching people that walking 10,000 steps per day
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Although it may seem difficult to do, coordinating these exercise events can be fun and rewarding. Listed below you will find several easy ideas to get a group of people at work to exercise.
1. 10,000 Steps Challenge
This event revolves around teaching people that walking 10,000 steps per day
Osteoporosis
by Dean Heller MD September 2nd, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
My doctor tells me I have Osteoporosis, and she gave me medicine. I have no symptoms, and I am not sure if I want to take it, should I?
Yes, if your doctor gave you this medicine, you should definitely take it. This means that your doctor thinks you are at risk for complications of osteoporosis, such as bone fractures. There are new medicines that recently came on the market that need to be taken only once or twice a year, so ask your doctor about them.
Expert:Â News Canada
To learn more about osteoporosis, watch this video from
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Yes, if your doctor gave you this medicine, you should definitely take it. This means that your doctor thinks you are at risk for complications of osteoporosis, such as bone fractures. There are new medicines that recently came on the market that need to be taken only once or twice a year, so ask your doctor about them.
Expert:Â News Canada
To learn more about osteoporosis, watch this video from