Article Archives: Health

Ways to Protect Yourself from Liver Cancer

Cases of liver cancer have dramatically increased over the decades; the rate is now over three times what it was in the 1980s. More than 42,000 cases are expected this year per the National Cancer Institute. October is National Liver Awareness Month. It is the perfect time to consider risk … Read More

The Many (and Confusing) Symptoms of Perimenopause

Before menopause, women experience a transitional period during which falling estrogen levels lead to symptoms typical of menopause. This period, perimenopause, is tricky to identify since it varies so much. It can last from months to years. Some women transition in the first half of their 30s and some midway … Read More

Facts Versus Fiction about Breastfeeding

August is National Breastfeeding Month. Whether to breastfeed is up to every expectant mother, and there may be reasons to favor one decision more than the other. For example, some mothers choose not to breastfeed once they learn their baby has galactosemia, a condition which can make dairy products and … Read More

Fun Options for Getting Fit This Summer

Even if you have given up on all those spring plans to get in shape, it’s not too late. Summer is the perfect time to get outside and put your muscles to work. You have countless options for exercise this June, so get started! This is just a sampling of … Read More

Keep Your Skin and Eyes Safe in the Sun This Spring

As the weather warms, we are eager to get outside and enjoy nature again. Being outside is good for us. The American Psychological Association reports benefits to time spent in nature, such as improvements in mental health, emotional well-being and reasoning. But before you shut the door behind you, take … Read More