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Know thrombosis: Tips to prevent deadly blood clots
(BPT) – When you think of potentially deadly health issues, do you think of a blood clot? According to a recent U.S. survey, only 7 percent of people say they are concerned about blood clots, known by the medical term thrombosis. However, what they might not know is one in four people worldwide die from […]
Prevent falls this fall with a home safety checklist
(BPT) – After months of sticky heat and humidity, it’s time to put away the shorts and pull out the sweaters because the autumn season is finally here. But, late September brings us more than just cooler temperatures and a wardrobe change. If you or a loved one are over the age of 65, the […]
Women: One type of cancer you have the power to prevent
(BPT) – The type of cancer that used to be the leading cause of cancer death among American women is now virtually 100 percent preventable, thanks to advances in screening techniques. Each year, nearly 12,000 women receive a cervical cancer diagnosis and more than 4,200 will die from cervical cancer, according to the Centers for […]
A senior-friendly workout to improve movement and prevent injury
(BPT) – Exercise is good for everyone, but seniors with mobility or balance issues may wonder what kind of exercise they can do that will be safe, easy and effective. Jogging outdoors, running on a treadmill or lifting weights at the gym aren’t always practical — or enjoyable — activities for everyone. However, one type […]
Five simple steps to prevent the spread of cold and flu germs
(BPT) – A whopping 38 million school days are missed each year due to the flu, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To help keep children in the classroom and focused on learning, Ali Larter, mother of two and star of Fox’s new hit show “Pitch,” is on a mission to teach […]
3 tips to prevent common holiday injuries
(BPT) – What does your holiday wishlist include this year? Spending time with friends and family? The latest tech or that best-selling book you’ve been meaning to read? Maybe it includes plans for a trip in 2017. Whatever is on your wishlist, chances are a holiday-related injury isn’t one of them. No one wants to […]
Can diet and exercise prevent muscle loss in old age? Maybe not
Scientists at the University of Southampton have shown that although some studies find diet can enhance the effects of exercise to prevent muscle loss in later life, current evidence about what works is inconsistent. Between the ages of 40 and 80, an estimated 30 to 50 per cent of muscle mass is lost, resulting in […]
4 Tips to Prevent Overindulging at Holiday Parties
With the holiday season upon us, eating healthfully probably isn’t the first thing on your mind. If you’re like many people, Thanksgiving marks the start of a string of fun festivities that make it easy to overindulge. While the majority of our clients admit they don’t expect to lose weight, and plan to […]
Governments should take active lead to create healthy food environments to prevent cardiovascular disease
Canadian health organizations are calling upon governments to take a leadership role in creating healthy food environments. They say that implementing strategies that facilitate access to affordable healthy foods and beverages in places where Canadians work, live, and play could play a key role in preventing diet-related disease and health risk such as obesity and […]
Healthy Lifestyle Could Prevent Nearly Half Of All Diabetic Pregnancies
Healthy lifestyle could prevent nearly half of all diabetic pregnancies PUBLIC RELEASE DATE: 30-Sep-2014 [ | E-mail[1] ] Share[2] Contact: Emma Dickinsonedickinson@bmj.com44-020-738-36529BMJ-British Medical Journal[4]@bmj_latest[3][5] Research: Adherence to healthy lifestyle and risk of gestational diabetes mellitus: Prospective cohort study Gestational diabetes is a common pregnancy complication that has long-term adverse health implications for both mothers and […]