When it seems as if everyone around you is coming down with a nasty case of the flu, you know you’ve got to help give your body the best chance at warding off illness. Of course, you’ll be practicing good hand-washing habits, you got your flu shot earlier in the year, and you’re focusing on rest and relaxation....
Joint pain is a very common problem among adults. You’re Getting Older As you age, your cartilage — the spongy material that protects the ends of your bones — begins to dry out and stiffen. Your body also makes less synovial fluid, the stuff that acts like oil to keep your joints moving smoothly. The result: Your joints...
Somewhere in the back of your mind, you’re probably wondering what binge-watching is doing to your body. Before you reach for the remote, consider these nine rules for avoiding the biggest blunders. Turn on the actual television Viewing a show on a TV versus a laptop or tablet has a sneaky upside – it’s easier on...
When you have the flu, you want it to go away as soon as possible. Unfortunately, although flu symptoms may begin suddenly, the virus doesn’t tend to be speedy-and you can be contagious before you even realise it. How long does the flu last? The influenza virus can be in your body for one to...
As the world gears up to commemorate Parkinson’s Awareness Week starting April 10th, followed by World Parkinson’s Awareness Day...
Endometriosis, a condition affecting millions of women globally, often remains veiled in mystery and misconceptions. Endometriosis Awareness Month seeks to...
It’s officially Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Every woman needs to know the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Make sure you do. It...