3 Tips to Live a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle

Sunday, February 27

(Family Features) Following a healthy diet, prioritizing exercise and limiting alcohol and tobacco intake can have a dramatic impact on your day-to-day life, especially if you have a heart condition such as atrial fibrillation (AFib).

Heart health: A focus on fish

Friday, February 25

(BPT) - When it comes to heart health, lifestyle choices such as diet and exercise make a huge impact. As one of the most important organs in the body, keeping your heart in tip-top shape is …

American Heart Association Issues Call to Live Fierce

Friday, February 26, 2021

(NewsUSA) - Despite the devastating toll of COVID-19, heart disease remains the no. 1 cause of death in the U.S and worldwide. The American Heart Association, the leading global volunteer …

Better Oral Health May Help Protect Your Heart

Monday, January 31

(Family Features) It's lesser known that your oral health and heart health risk may be connected. To help protect your oral and heart health, consider these tips.

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GameStop levels up to help kids with critical illnesses

Friday, February 26, 2021

(BPT) - A child's diagnosis with a critical illness is devastating for their entire family. And for families now coping with a global health crisis, the challenges are even greater. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Make-A-Wish chapters nationwide have faced a record number of wishes still waiting to be granted . . .

3 consejos para mantener la salud del cerebro

4 days ago

(Family Features) Muchas personas temen desarrollar la enfermedad de Alzheimer, en especial aquellas con antecedentes familiares de esta afección. Sin embargo, hay medidas que las personas pueden tomar para ayudar a conservar y promover la salud del cerebro.

Groundbreaking Science Leads to FDA-Approved Treatment for Advanced Melanoma

Wednesday, May 4

(Family Features) Despite preventative sun care measures like sunscreen and UV-protective clothing, skin cancer remains the most common cancer in the United States. Due to groundbreaking research, a first-in-class dual immunotherapy option is now approved.

How Eva Longoria Prioritizes Her Eye Health as She Ages

Monday, May 2

(Family Features) As a mom, entrepreneur, actress and producer, Eva Longoria relies on her ability to see clearly up close. Now, she is sharing her experience with age-related blurry near vision.

Five Tips for Seniors When Choosing Online Workout Classes

Friday, February 26, 2021

(NewsUSA) - The first month of the New Year is galloping by and many folks are still sorting out their goals and resolutions for 2021. Hooray for you if you've already set your goals. For those …

Welcome to The Future of Diagnostic Tests

Wednesday, February 9

(NewsUSA) - If you have a chronic or recurring infection, getting accurate results of diagnostic tests can make a big difference in your quality of care and quality of life. Patients with infections …

Three Ways to Change Attitudes About Race

Friday, February 26, 2021

(NewsUSA) - Awareness of racism increased as Black Lives Matter protests spread across the country last summer. In response, psychoanalysts suggest three ways to change attitudes about race -- …

Psoriasis Patient’s Story Offers Hope for Those Struggling with Symptoms

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(BPT) - Six years ago, 65-year-old grandmother and storyteller Nancy reached her breaking point. A full-time caregiver to her mother who was in hospice care, she began noticing an uncomfortable rash …

A New In Silico Study Finds Nitric Oxide Supplement May Increase Vitamin D Production and Bioavailability

Yesterday at 8:01 AM

(BPT) - A recent in silico analysis has found that supplement-induced bioproduction of endothelial nitric …
Reach your body goals with the fastest non-invasive body sculpting treatment

Yesterday at 6:01 AM

(BPT) - Squats, planks, crunches, and cardio, leg days, keto, and fad diets, who has time to keep up? …
How a new technology is bringing dialysis to the home

Monday, May 9

(BPT) - Despite being a kidney disease patient for over 30 years, Dick Henry and his wife and care …
Potential new options for those living with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC)

Monday, May 9

(BPT) - Do you have primary biliary cholangitis or know somebody who does? If so, you know that people …
The value of culturally competent care: How centering health equity can improve quality and lower costs

Friday, April 29

(BPT) - By Daniel Sanchez, Director Diversity, Inclusion & Health Equity, UpHealthAs our healthcare …

New tools to detect cancer recurrence: What cancer patients need to know

Thursday, April 28

(BPT) - Without a doubt, cancer is one of the scariest diagnoses anyone may face, typically …
Smile! How to invest in your confidence by elevating your oral health

Thursday, April 28

(BPT) - When you get dressed in the morning, do you smile in the mirror and like what you see? Your …
Could a drug therapy reverse hearing loss?

Thursday, April 28

(BPT) - “I can hear you. I just can’t understand you.”This is a common refrain …
What is it like to grow up with a rare endocrine disorder?

Wednesday, April 27

(BPT) - Being diagnosed with a rare disease presents unique challenges for patients and caregivers …
How a new innovation can help improve diabetes care

Sunday, April 24

(BPT) - Denver native Matt Callis has a busy, active lifestyle to balance, and he doesn’t …

Acute myeloid leukemia in first remission? Learn about an important treatment option today

Friday, April 22

(BPT) - For the more than 20,000 patients diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in the U.S. each year, managing and coping with disease symptoms can be incredibly difficult.AML, a rare blood …

3 ways to make your oral care routine more sustainable

Friday, April 22

(BPT) - More people are looking for ways to reduce the environmental impact of everyday habits and …
Healthcare’s obligation to fight climate change

Friday, April 22

(BPT) - By Kees Wesdorp, Chief Business Leader, Precision Diagnosis at PhilipsAs we contemplate our …
Managing Thyroid Eye Disease (TED): One woman's journey to regain her sight

Tuesday, April 19

(BPT) - Meet Franka – a 74-year-old retired high school teacher who enjoys volunteering, teaching …
Common misconceptions about U.S. water infrastructure

Monday, April 18

(BPT) - Most Americans don't often think about where their water comes from and how it gets to their …
Nonprofit Funds Research to Fight Against Childhood Cancer [Video]

Thursday, April 14

(BPT) - Since 1998, Hyundai Hope On Wheels has made the funding of research into the advancement of …

Calling all bearded men who are making the world a better place

Wednesday, April 13

(BPT) - Do you take as much pride in bettering your community as you do in bettering your beard? If …
Expert Series: A Vision of Health Equity and Inclusion for All

Monday, April 11

(BPT) - By Robert Tompkins, Group VP and General Merchandise Manager for Health & Wellness, …
A Lupus Patient’s Journey Living with the Disease

Thursday, April 7

(BPT) - This content was sponsored by GSK. Nadine is a real patient who was on treatment at the …
Treatment Hope for People with Bipolar I Disorder Symptoms

Wednesday, April 6

(BPT) - Paid for by AbbVieMatt Poldrugach, 44, is the owner of a Texas-based electric company and …
Thriving with Heart Failure: One Woman’s Advice

Wednesday, April 6

(BPT) - More than 6 million people in the U.S. are living with heart failure, including Angel, a …

A new book—by a woman who’s been there—can, with empathy and even humor, help many people get through difficult times.

Poems That Can Help With Healing In Hard Times

Wednesday, January 20, 2021

(NAPSI)—You may be able to bring some comfort to your friends and family members who have been grieving a loss in these difficult days. Poetry And Emotion There’s a new book that …

What People with Bipolar I Disorder Want You to Know

Tuesday, April 5

(BPT) - Sponsored by Alkermes, Inc.If someone you know is living with Bipolar I Disorder (BD-I), you …
New documentary sheds light on rare, genetic disease that can take up to 15 years to diagnose

Monday, April 4

(BPT) - “Excruciating,” “incompatible with life” and “worse than the pain …
Curious about radical self-care? It's simpler than you think.

Monday, April 4

(BPT) - Self-care is a hot topic that often relates to activities like exploring a hobby or heading to …
What can your breath reveal about your gut health?

Friday, April 1

(BPT) - Your body's alarm system triggers uncomfortable symptoms to alert you when something isn’t …
Helping small businesses thrive in economic uncertainty

Thursday, March 31

(BPT) - As the country faces uncertain economic conditions including record-high inflation, small …
Chronic Heart Failure: The Fight This US Veteran Wasn’t Trained For

Thursday, March 31

(BPT) - At the age of 40, Jon Rotenberry was working full-time as an air traffic controller, and as a …

MAC Lung Disease: Managing a chronic lung disease during the COVID-19 pandemic

Tuesday, March 29

(BPT) - The past few years have reinforced the importance of overall health, particularly …
Opening the Dialogue about Bipolar Depression

Monday, March 28

(BPT) - By Dr. Greg Mattingly, Physician and Principal Investigator in clinical trials for Midwest …
The Powerful Relationship Between Patient and Provider When Living with Multiple Sclerosis

Wednesday, March 23

(BPT) - Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic and unpredictable disease of the central nervous …
Worried about your lung health? Take a deep breath, and give Kundalini Yoga a try

Thursday, March 17

(BPT) - The COVID-19 pandemic has made us all reconsider things we used to take for granted — …
The CDC now recommends hepatitis B vaccination for adults. Are you protected?

Monday, March 14

(BPT) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently announced that it recommends …

Pet’s Bad Breath May Mean Disease

Friday, May 13

by Dr. Jay King (NAPSI)—In a recent poll of North American pet owners, 58 percent of respondents said their pets have terrible breath—some even compared it to smelly garbage and sweaty gym …

Vaccines Continue To Be Essential To Our Safety

Monday, April 18

By We Can Do This COVID-19 Public Education Campaign (NAPSI)—After a few weeks without rain, most people don’t throw out their umbrella. Just because someone has driven thousands of …

Vaccines Continue To Be Essential To Our Safety

Monday, April 18

By We Can Do This COVID-19 Public Education Campaign (NAPSI)—After a few weeks without rain, most people don’t throw out their umbrella. Just because someone has driven thousands of …

Vaccines Continue To Be Essential To Our Safety

Monday, April 18

By We Can Do This COVID-19 Public Education Campaign (NAPSI)—After a few weeks without rain, most people don’t throw out their umbrella. Just because someone has driven thousands of …

Vaccines Continue To Be Essential To Our Safety

Monday, April 18

By We Can Do This COVID-19 Public Education Campaign (NAPSI)—After a few weeks without rain, most people don’t throw out their umbrella. Just because someone has driven thousands of …

Three Tips To Help Seniors Kickstart A Spring Fitness Routine

Tuesday, April 12

(NAPSI)—Spring is here, and with it comes warmer weather, longer daylight hours, and for many, a desire to spring into new activities, including exercise. If you’re ready to kickstart a new …

Nine Questions To Ask Your Ophthalmologist

Thursday, March 31

(NAPSI)—If you’re like most people, this is a familiar scene: You’re nearing the end of your appointment with your physician, and they ask, “Do you have any questions?” You want to take …

You Can Help Save A Life

Wednesday, March 23

(NAPSI)—Being a hero and helping repair the world may be easier than many people realize. How? Become a blood stem cell or marrow donor, volunteer or a supporter.The ProblemEvery three minutes, …

Long COVID Upends Lives, Even In The Young And Healthy

Tuesday, March 22

by We Can Do This COVID-19 Public Education Campaign (NAPSI)—Running was Rob Smith’s passion. He ran every day, ate healthy foods, and had good sleep habits. Because of his healthy …

Health Carousel International Nurses Bring Much-Needed Help to U.S.

Thursday, March 17

(NAPSI)—She had dreamed of this day for a decade. As Diana Laura Lei De Leon walked into a Louisiana hospital last summer to begin as a nurse in the medical-surgical unit, she thought about …

A One-of-a-Kind Lifeline: A First Responder's Kidney Health Journey

4 days ago

(NewsUSA) - Like the more than 25 million first responders in the United States, Jeff Cooper, a former deputy in the Broward County Polygraph Unit, took an oath to protect and serve his community. …

Self-care on Your Schedule with Mental Wellness App

Thursday, May 5

(NewsUSA) - The challenges of the past two years have raised global stress to unprecedented levels, illuminating the importance of prioritizing mental health. The National Alliance on Mental …

A New Study Supports Shoes As A Source of Pain Relief

Monday, May 2

(NewsUSA) - One in four American adults suffers from chronic knee pain, so an accessible, non-surgical solution should come as welcome news. A recent study out of UCLA indicates that GDEFY® …

Nurse Educators Play Vital Roles in Health Care

Monday, May 2

(NewsUSA) - The heroic efforts of frontline health care workers throughout the COVID-19 pandemic merit ongoing recognition and gratitude. Nurse educators also continue to play a key role by …

MyFreePharmacy Takes the Pain Out of Filling Prescriptions

Monday, April 25

(NewsUSA) - As the ongoing coronavirus pandemic highlights the importance of maintaining good health, many Americans continue to struggle with the cost of health care, especially prescription …

Medicine Cabinets Need Spring Cleaning, Too

Friday, April 22

(NewsUSA) - We all do it: we let over-the-counter (OTC) medicines like pain relievers for a headache, allergy medicine or cough and cold products pileup in our bathrooms. Especially over the past few …

For Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Assault, AB218 Is a Chance for Justice

Thursday, March 24

(NewsUSA) - On January 1, 2020, the state of California took a bold step in confronting the epidemic of child sexual assault when it enacted Assembly Bill 218 (AB218). This landmark bill took on …

Get Back to Doing the Things You Love with the Help of the Eldercare Locator

Wednesday, March 23

(NewsUSA) - We've missed birthdays, holidays and so many of our favorite activities during this pandemic. But with the COVID-19 vaccines and booster shots--which are free and widely available--we can …

5 Ways Frozen Meals Support Weight Loss and Healthy Living

Wednesday, March 16

(NewsUSA) - For the past two years, the pandemic has impacted our daily lives, and consumer priorities around healthy eating and cooking have shifted as more people are eating and cooking at home. …

Don't Miss Signs of Mental Health Struggles in Ohio Children

Monday, March 14

(NewsUSA) - Mental illness often goes unrecognized in young children, and especially in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, it is important to recognize signs that children are struggling. …

4 Springtime Skin Care Tips

Monday, May 2

(Family Features) Spring brings sunshine and plenty of exciting opportunities to head outdoors for fun with family and friends. While those joyous moments make the season special, all that sun exposure can wreak havoc on the skin without the proper precautions.

What You Should Know About Fighting Kidney Disease

Monday, May 2

(Family Features) When people are unexpectedly diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, their lives can be turned upside down. Consider this information about kidney disease and improving health equity in kidney care.

What You Need to Know About Cholesterol

Monday, May 2

(Family Features) Understanding and improving cholesterol is important for people of all ages, including children and teens. Maintaining healthy cholesterol levels can help keep your heart healthy and lower your chances of getting heart disease or having a stroke.