All posts by LadyLively

  • Health Tip: Winterize your Home

    When the weather gets colder and the winds gustier, it’s time to winterize your home. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests: Install weather stripping, insulation and storm windows. Insulate water lines that run along...

    • Posted December 25, 2017
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  • The Most Dreaded Topic at Family Gatherings

    Family harmony and talk of politics can be combustible holiday companions, a therapist contends. A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll found that 62 percent of respondents said politics was the topic they dread most when relatives get together at...

    • Posted December 23, 2017
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  • ‘Tis the Season to Fight Infection

    A hectic holiday pace not only tires you out, it makes it easier to pick up an infection. Reducing stress, getting enough sleep and healthy eating are among the things you can do to stay healthy if...

    • Posted December 22, 2017
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  • Health Tip: Things to Know About This Year’s Flu Shot

    The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all kids get the annual flu shot. Each year, up to 20 percent of the U.S. population gets the flu and more than 200,000 people are hospitalized, the academy says....

    • Posted December 22, 2017
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  • Health Tip: Fry Your Turkey Safely

    Fried turkey has become a trendy dish for the holidays. Here are some safe-preparation suggestions, courtesy of the U.S. National Safety Council: Set up the fryer more than 10 feet fromthe house. Keep children away from the...

    • Posted December 22, 2017
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  • Squeezing in Exercise Over the Holidays

    With a hectic holiday schedule, exercise often falls by the wayside. But finding ways to sneak in activity will help you avoid weight gain and ease some of the stress this season can bring, according to University...

    • Posted December 21, 2017
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  • U.S. Life Expectancy Drops as Opioid Deaths Surge

    The opioid epidemic continues to chip away at the average American life span, federal health officials reported Thursday. Life expectancy declined in the United States for the second year in a row in 2016, driven downward by...

    • Posted December 21, 2017
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  • Health Tip: Holiday Foot-Care Advice

    The hustle and bustle of the holiday season often demands spending too much time on your feet. The American Podiatric Medical Association suggests these remedies: Moisturizefeet daily to help avoid dry, cracked and irritated skin. Raise, point...

    • Posted December 21, 2017
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  • Health Tip: Prepare an Emergency Kit for Your Pet

    Your pet will depend on you even more during an emergency, so you should always have an emergency kit to prepare for the unexpected. The American Red Cross says the kit should include: A sturdy leash, harness...

    • Posted December 21, 2017
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  • Holiday Chocolates No Treat for Dogs

    Holidays, and all of the chocolate goodies that come with the celebrations, can be particularly dangerous for dogs, researchers warn. Chocolate contains a stimulant called theobromine, which is similar to caffeine. In dogs, it can cause vomiting,...

    • Posted December 21, 2017
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