Since I live in a cold weather state, I rarely wear sunscreen. But with this heat wave, it seems like the sun is stronger. Should I be wearing sunscreen in these hot months?
Absolutely! You actually should wear sunscreen all year round if you get sun exposure. Even if it is cold out, or even cloudy, you are still getting exposure to the sun’s damaging UV rays. You should use a sunscreen with a SPF factor of at least 15 to all sun exposed body parts. In the summer, when you may be sweating, or even going in the pool,
Hooray for Public Health!
by Lori Sciame July 19th, 2011 | Health News
In May, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) named the top ten public health achievements in the United States from 2001 – 2011. They list strides in improving maternal and child health, as well as motor vehicle safety. Other advances have been made in cancer prevention, occupational safety, and childhood lead poisoning prevention. Rounding out the list are emergency preparedness, vaccine-preventable disease prevention, prevention and control of infectious diseases, cardiovascular disease prevention, and tobacco control.
Since I’ve worked in public health for 20 years, I find this list extremely exciting, because I’ve overseen countless projects addressing the concerns listed above.
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Since I’ve worked in public health for 20 years, I find this list extremely exciting, because I’ve overseen countless projects addressing the concerns listed above.
Sprained Ankles
by Dean Heller MD July 18th, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
While my son was playing in a baseball game, he slid into 2nd base and twisted his ankle. It became swollen immediately, then turned black and blue. The x-ray did not show any broken bones, and the doctor told him it was just a sprain, and that it will get better after a week or two. This looks bad, and I am worried. What exactly is a sprained ankle?
A sprained ankle occurs very commonly with this type of twisting motion. It can swell up, and become bruised. It occurs when the ligaments in the ankle joint are damaged. Usually
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A sprained ankle occurs very commonly with this type of twisting motion. It can swell up, and become bruised. It occurs when the ligaments in the ankle joint are damaged. Usually
Walking Helps Ease Arthritis
by Lori Sciame July 12th, 2011 | Exercise, Pain Management
If you suffer from arthritis, and you do not currently exercise, there is good news for you. The Arthritis Foundation has developed a walking program specifically for arthritis sufferers, and it helps to relieve pain.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that, “An estimated 50 million U.S. adults (about 1 in 5) report doctor-diagnosed arthritis. As the U.S. population ages, these numbers are expected to increase sharply.â€
In essence, there are a lot of people suffering from pain because of this debilitating disease. That is why this simple exercise program is important for many. In addition to exercise,
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that, “An estimated 50 million U.S. adults (about 1 in 5) report doctor-diagnosed arthritis. As the U.S. population ages, these numbers are expected to increase sharply.â€
In essence, there are a lot of people suffering from pain because of this debilitating disease. That is why this simple exercise program is important for many. In addition to exercise,
Stress in College: How Much is Too Much?
by Mackenzie M. July 11th, 2011 | Mental Health
Whether you attend a four-year university, a two-year local college, or a technical school, chances are that during the tedious and never-ending semesters, one word is always on the tip of your tongue: stress. According to Healthline, stress can only be defined as “an unavoidable part of life that has helped humans survive for thousands of years and keeps us on our toes in dangerous or critical situations.â€
Alright, now let’s get real. Put simply, in the life of a college student, stress is trying to make time for your significant other, while writing your paper for History 101, while
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Alright, now let’s get real. Put simply, in the life of a college student, stress is trying to make time for your significant other, while writing your paper for History 101, while