All posts by LadyLively

  • Health Tip: Understanding Bottlemouth Syndrome

    Bottlemouth syndrome is a form of tooth decay that affects babies and young children. It is caused by prolonged drinking of sugary liquids from a bottle. The American Academy of Pediatrics says children are at greater risk...

    • Posted December 7, 2018
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  • Health Tip: Improve Your Sleep Habits

    Sleep is a complex biological process that helps you process new information, stay healthy and feel rested, the U.S. National Library of Medicine says. Not getting enough sleep can trigger illness, poor performance in daily activities, memory...

    • Posted December 7, 2018
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  • Make Those School Lunches More Nutritious

    Brown-bag lunches give you control over what you eat and what your children eat, but studies show that these to-go meals need to be healthier. This is especially important for kids because their eating habits are developed...

    • Posted December 6, 2018
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  • Rethinking Where You Shop for Food

    A change as simple as where you do most of your food shopping could translate to a better diet. A San Diego State University study looked at the food shopping habits of college students in the Minneapolis/St....

    • Posted December 6, 2018
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  • Fewer Early Stage Breast Cancer Patients May Need Lymph Node Removal: Study

    For many breast cancer patients, removal of lymph nodes in the armpit area is a common procedure, due to worries that the tumor has spread to these tissues. But the operation can also bring the difficult long-term...

    • Posted December 6, 2018
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  • Many Americans Unaware of Promise of Targeted, ‘Personalized’ Medicine: Poll

    Medical science has made tremendous advances in “personalized medicine” — drugs that fight cancer and other diseases by boosting the immune system or targeting specific genetic traits. Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter benefited from one of these...

    • Posted December 6, 2018
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  • Health Highlights: Dec. 6, 2018

    Staff at N.J. Facility Where 11 Children Died Did Not Follow Sanitation Procedures Worldwide Search For Donors to Help Girl With Rare Blood Type

    • Posted December 6, 2018
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  • Health Tip: What to Do If You Suspect a Concussion

    A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head. Symptoms of a concussion tend to appear soon after an injury occurs, the Centers for Disease Control and...

    • Posted December 6, 2018
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  • Health Tip: Before You Get Help for Stuttering

    Different speech therapists have differing approaches for stuttering, so it’s important to evaluate your needs before choosing a therapist, the Stuttering Foundation says. Before starting treatment, the Foundation suggests asking therapist candidates these questions: How comfortable are...

    • Posted December 6, 2018
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  • Some Uncanny Facts About Canned Foods

    With so much emphasis on fresh, farm-to-table foods, it’s easy to overlook the value of canned items. These are convenient, often cheaper alternatives to fresh and frozen. Use these tips to help you choose wisely. When shopping,...

    • Posted December 5, 2018
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