Health + Wellness

Eating well is unquestionably one of the very best things you can do for your overall good health. Unfortunately, it can be challenging when someone else is preparing the meal. The good news is that eating healthy and well when you dine out can be easy. All it takes is a bit of planning. Be a […]

The Minnesota Board of Animal Health and the Minnesota Department of Health are encouraging Minnesotans to educate themselves about rabies. Even though vaccination and education have significantly reduced the impact of this disease, there is still more work to be done in combating the disease, which is fatal to both animals and humans. “This is […]

Conclusion of a two-part column Hair is strong Hair is remarkably indestructible. It decays very, very slowly over time and is resistant to many chemicals. Hair is composed of the protein keratin. In fact, many unearthed mummies still have hair intact! Most people have about 100,000 hair follicles, but blondes have many more follicles. Blondes can have […]

First of a two-part column Your heart is spectacular Your heart is your most important muscle. It is what keeps you alive. It starts working when you are a developing fetus and never stops. It works 24 hours per day, seven days a week for you and runs for an entire lifetime. Your heart beats 100,000 […]

In the future of medical treatments, new discoveries in circadian rhythms show great promise  In medicine, we have made some amazing advances in the past few years. A case in point is our ability to treat many cancers with immunotherapy. Former president Jimmy Carter had melanoma that had metastasized to his brain. A few short […]

How do you decide where to send your child for preschool child care? With multiple choices available, you will want to take the time to find what best fits your needs and those of your family. We looked into three options that can help you decide: Way to Grow, KinderCare, and PICA Head Start. Each […]

Drink plenty of water; cut back on sweets, salt and sodium; get regular exercise and eat lots of fruits and vegetables. Whether the goal is to lose weight, prevent diseases, or fight off a sickness, those instructions serve as a base for most nutrition plans. “Fruits and vegetables give you the vitamins and minerals you […]

 Second in a Series Blood is one of the most interesting and complex substances known to humankind. Last week we discussed the ability for blood to deliver oxygen to tissues and muscles for growth and performance. In the past, our blood was also associated with “emotions.” If someone was passionate or short-tempered, they were called “hot-blooded.” If someone […]

First in a Series Blood is one of the most interesting and complex substances known to humankind. The very sight of it can make many people faint. The human view of blood has had a fascinating history. Until about 100 years ago, most illness and disease was thought to be from having “bad blood.” As a […]

With school starting up, this is a common problem seen in many medical clinics The medical term for pink eye is conjunctivitis. Pink eye occurs when there is inflammation of the conjunctival part of the eye — the lining of the eyelid and white covering of the eye. The blood vessels become dilated with inflammation, […]

Occasionally, nosebleeds happen to everyone. When they do occur, they can be frustrating and frightening. Nosebleeds can come from trauma, or in some cases, they can just happen on their own. They tend to occur more frequently in dry climates or when the air is dry, like in the winter. Some medications can be drying and increase the […]

The BeMore Campaign knows that Black M.E.N. C.A.N be the solution. BeMore has become the frontrunner in increasing healthy nonviolent relationships, decreasing teen dating violence, and engaging men and young men to end violence against women and girls inside of homes and in communities around the world. The BeMore pledge goes hand-in-hand with three principles […]

In the United States, chronic wounds and skin ulcers affect approximately 10 million people. The annual cost of treating chronic wounds and skin ulcers in the U.S. is estimated, conservatively, in the multi-billions of dollars. The incidence of chronic wounds and skin ulcers are on the rise due to an aging population, obesity, and diabetes. […]