prevention
Move over mosquitoes: Tick prevention grabs attention in fall and winter
(BPT) – Zika-carrying mosquitoes had their moment this year as the nation’s top headline-grabbing pests, but the arrival of cooler weather means the resurgence of another disease-carrying insect. Ticks transmit a number of diseases, including Lyme disease, that affect people and pets. And while cold weather may kill off mosquitoes, ticks remain a year-round threat. […]
How to Create a Diabetes Intervention and Prevention Exercise Program
More than 29 million Americans have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, which means at some point in your career you will likely work with clients who suffer from this chronic disease. In recognition of National Diabetes Month, we spoke with ACE pro Jacqueline Sinke, who shares detailed information about her Diabetes Intervention […]
Fitness Tips For Injury Prevention And Extra Comfort In Your Ski Boots!
30 August 2013 It’s time to get fit for the snow… here’s Dr Craig McLean with same valuable and timely advice By Dr Craig McLean, fitness expert for the Ski Club of Great Britain and sports injury chiropractor. Now you’ve heard that preparing your body for skiing is a great idea for preventing injury and […]
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance Unveils Steps To Ensure A Healthy Life In Honor Of National Cancer Prevention Month
Newswise SEATTLE Each year more individuals worldwide die from cancer than malaria, tuberculosis and HIV combined. With research showing that many cancers can be prevented with healthy lifestyle choices, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA) is working to raise awareness of preventive tactics in honor of National Cancer Prevention Month. In the past year, SCCA has […]
A 'baker's Dozen' For Breast Health: Tips For Breast Cancer Prevention, Screening, Treatment And Survivorship
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month Newswise SEATTLE In 2010, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and its clinical care partner, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA), published a series of four tip sheets totaling 40 recommendations for women about breast cancer prevention, screening and early detection, treatment, and survivorship. The tips proved popular with readers. […]