Health & Safety Tips

Every year, appendicitis affects 1 in every 500 people, and the risk of infection increases with age. Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix, a tube that hangs from the large intestine on the right side of the abdomen. A sudden pain in your abdomen may initially seem harmless. ...

While many people associate spring with sunshine, flowers, and the great outdoors, does it leave you thinking primarily of itching, sneezing, and your nagging spring allergies? Fortunately, there are some proactive health tips that you can use to get the most out of what should be a wonderful time ...

The winter months were nothing short of cold and harsh, but there’s light at the end of the tunnel now that spring is on the way. Having a great spring in Texas is something everyone is looking forward to. You’re probably planning for an epic trip as soon as ...

More than 37 million people are affected by kidney failure. The month of March is National Kidney Month. Staying informed and learning about kidney health can help you recognize the signs of kidney disease. Keep reading to learn more about kidney health, kidney disease research, and National Kidney Month. ...

When you suddenly find yourself in an emergency room, it is easy to become flustered and forget important emergency medical information. The key is to be prepared by keeping your information up-to-date and easily accessible. Health Information Storage One of the easiest ways to have all your health information ...

With National Poison Prevention Awareness Week upon us, there’s never been a better time to increase your knowledge on poison prevention. The national awareness week was introduced back in 1961 under the Kennedy presidency. Despite efforts to increase awareness, unintentional poisoning remains to be the leading cause of accidental ...

This special time has made self-care a priority, and people are starting to realize how connected our body is to our lifestyle. Physical health is closely tied to emotional health, and to get the most out of your day-to-day life — you need to nourish both. Read on for ...

About 108 million adults in the US suffer from high blood pressure – that’s nearly half of all adults. But only about a quarter of them have the condition under control. Are you one of them? Follow these science-based tips to lower your blood pressure and take control of your health. ...

Do you wake up every morning with a positive outlook? Do you always try to see the silver lining in every situation? Do you always see the glass half full instead of half empty? If you answered “yes” to these questions, you are doing your heart a lot of ...

Conveniently placed in the month of Valentine’s Day, where our hearts are at the forefront of our minds, February is American heart month.  This national awareness month was first declared by President Lyndon B. Johnson back in 1964 to tackle the heart disease crisis in America. You can observe ...