The "Black Panther" and "42" star was not yet 40 years old when he received a stage 3 colon cancer diagnosis in 2016. This is a cancer that the public generally believes affects older adults. However, he had several common risk factors for the condition, and this highlights the importance of getting regular screenings. Read: … Continue reading Actor Chadwick Boseman Faced Several Risk Factors for Colon Cancer Before Diagnosis
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What Young Women Need to Know About Heart Health
"Did you know that fewer women survive their first heart attack than men? It’s often because many women don’t take their risk and symptoms seriously until it’s too late. Heart disease is the leading cause of death amongst American women, and it’s never too early to protect your heart." Learn more about protecting your heart … Continue reading What Young Women Need to Know About Heart Health
Why Dieting Doesn’t Work and What You Should Try Instead
Obesity plays a causative or contributing role in a large number of health conditions, as well as decreased self-esteem and other psychological concerns. Everyone I know has been on some type of diet at some point -- me included. So why do we all do it when it doesn't work? Learn more about healthy eating in … Continue reading Why Dieting Doesn’t Work and What You Should Try Instead
Top Tips to Keep Your Kids Sports Injury Free
Youth sports are great for kids in a number of ways, but they can also be dangerous. In fact, more than 2.6 million children and teens go to the emergency room each year for treatment of injuries that occurred during organized sports or pick-up games. Learn how to help prevent injuries in this BlueHealth Solutions blog. … Continue reading Top Tips to Keep Your Kids Sports Injury Free
What Every Runner Needs to Know Before Starting on Trails
Trail running has grown in popularity in the recent years, and for good reason. Liven things up by trading the pavement for the trail. Learn how in this BlueHealth Solutions blog. Read: What Every Runner Needs to Know Before Starting on Trails at BlueHealth Solutions
Complete Hip and Knee Infection Lawsuit Information
"It is estimated that more than 100,000 people have been affected by this allegedly defective product, according to Kennedy Hodges LLP." Read: Complete Hip and Knee Infection Lawsuit Information Over Bair Hugger Joint Contamination Claims at Lawsuit Legal
Xarelto Lawsuit 2015: Case Update Information
I've covered a lot of different angles of the Xarelto lawsuits, for a number of law firms and media outlets. Here is the most comprehensive roundup I've done, compiled for Lawsuit Legal. Read: Xarelto Lawsuit 2015: Case Update Information at Lawsuit Legal
City Improvements Boost Independence for Older Adults
Many seniors who can no longer drive find it a challenge to get around. Are your city's infrastructure improvements helping to reduce resident's dependence on cars? Read: City Improvements Boost Independence for Older Adults at Philips Lifeline
Tallying Out-of-Pocket Caregiving Costs: The Staggering Results
A recent survey shows it takes a fortune to provide for an aging, injured or sick loved one, no matter what type of health insurance you have. Read: Tallying Out-of-Pocket Caregiving Costs: The Staggering Results at Philips Lifeline
Trendy Exercises for Seniors: Picking Your New Favorite Workout
What I learned from writing this one is that I'm really bad at tai chi. Read: Trendy Exercises for Seniors: Picking Your New Favorite Workout at Philips Lifeline
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