Do Your Children Have Medical Coverage?
Tuesday, August 12th, 2008If not, check out the new campaign to enroll more uninsured children in medical assistance at Apple Health for Kids.
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If not, check out the new campaign to enroll more uninsured children in medical assistance at Apple Health for Kids.
Teen Health
Friday, August 8th, 2008Check out the Teen Page with health information of interest to teens. Read about how to improve Acne, how Drugs Effect your body, and improving the health of the Environment. See the big picture of healthy habits at Take Charge of Your Health.
Latest Research Studies in Medicine
Wednesday, August 6th, 2008Read about the newest research in all areas of medicine in the online newletter Findings, from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences. Order free publications for yourself or in classroom sets for educators here. Topics include: Basic Research - Curiosity Creates Cures, the New Genetics, and Medicines by Design.
School Is Starting–Make Sure Your Child Has Necessary Vaccinations Before September!
Tuesday, August 5th, 2008School will be starting in just a few weeks. Check the immunization schedules from the CDC and make an appointment today. Why should you get vaccinations for yourself and your children? Read about the development of vaccines against common diseases and recent research to improve their effectiveness. Poor Quality Sleep in ...
Easy Weight-Loss Tips from Men’s Health
Saturday, August 2nd, 2008Take a look at the weight-loss tips on the Men's Health website from the book, Eat This, Not That. Get advice on making healthier choices at Restaurants- Fast Food, Pizza or Dessert, shopping at Supermarkets, choosing Drinks, and making smart choices on Holidays. Try the quiz on the Tools page to ...
How to Have Healthy Skin and Hair
Saturday, August 2nd, 2008The American Academy of Dermatology has several free brochures that you can order online. The pamphlets can be ordered as part of a packet, e.g., Teen, Skin Reaction, Hair and Nails, Cosmetic Surgery, or Sun Safety. Individual pamphlets can also be ordered, e.g., Acne, Chemical Peeling, Hair Loss and Restoration.
How Clean Is Our Air?
Thursday, July 31st, 2008Do you have health issues related to air quality? Check out the 2007 American Lung Association annual report card. View the rankings for Best and Worst Cities by type of air quality. Do You Have Asthma? Try an online calculator for adults, kids age 1-8, or kids, 8-14.
Health Care News for Women
Wednesday, July 30th, 2008Melanoma rates soar in young women. Learn how to prevent this with these tips. Do you have uncontrolled blood pressure? Learn how to prevent this dangerous condition with these lifestyle changes.
Link to Weight-loss success!
Friday, July 25th, 2008Medlineplus has a resource guide of weight-loss tips for different age groups,including kids and teens, health conditions, and contact information for nutritional professionals and organizations that can help you design a successful weight control program.
Leaving Tweens Home Alone
Saturday, July 19th, 2008How safe is it to leave your age 11-13 old children home alone? Read more about children and home safety from the Home Safety Council. Healthy Sleep Habits: Cell phone use may affect teen sleep habits.
