Feb 2, 2018
February is American Heart Month Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Fortunately, it is largely preventable and there are many things people can do to reduce their risk, such as being more active. Join the NHLBI and itsThe Heart Truth®...
Feb 1, 2018
February is American Heart Month, a time to show yourself some love by learning about your risks for heart disease and stroke and staying “heart healthy” for yourself and your loved ones. Cardiovascular disease (CVD)—including heart disease, stroke, and...
Jan 31, 2018
Worried about managing prescription drug costs? Here are some resources that may be able to help. Talk with your health care provider: Share your cost concerns with your health care provider. Are you able to take a generic medication? Is there a less costly medication...
Jan 31, 2018
Credit card debt and the stress that goes with it can be bad for your health. To reduce both, tackle your smallest balances first. Make this the year to get your finances in order. Large amounts of credit card debt—and the stress that goes with it—can be bad for your...
Jan 31, 2018
It’s not too late to protect yourself, your family, your friends, your coworkers, and the people we support from the effects of the flu. The CDC recently released an official Health Advisory to alert doctors of increased influenza A(H3N2) activity. A colder...
Jan 28, 2018
Both summer and winter squash are available year-round, but in the depths of winter, it feels good to turn on the oven and roast some squash or make it into a delicious, smooth-textured soup. There are several different varieties of winter squash, and what they all...
