_ PreventionDo You Have a Disaster Plan? By Jane Farrell articleAs the devastating flood Florence shows, extreme weather costs dozens of lives and billions of dollars in damage. What would … Read More→
_ PreventionDrowning Is Not a Seasonal Problem By Jane Farrell articleChildren can drown in pools any time of year. And bathtubs, toilets, and buckets of water can also pose risks, … Read More→
_ PreventionWearable Device Can Predict Older Adults' Risk of Falling By Jane Farrell articleA wearable device with motion sensors could predict which over-60 women are likely to fall – and knowing that means … Read More→
_ PreventionReducing Risks of Falls and Injuries By Jane Farrell articleEvery second of every day, an older adult falls. While most incur only bumps and bruises, more than seven million … Read More→
_ PreventionMental Health Treatments Could Make Many Teen Drivers Safer By Jane Farrell articleWant to make teenage drivers safer? Make sure they’re getting the mental healthcare they need… Targeted treatments aimed at combating … Read More→
_ PreventionWhere and How to Dispose of Unused Medicine By Jane Farrell articleEditor’s note: The latest from the federal Food and Drug Administration on getting rid of unnecessary and possibly dangerous medicines: Is your medicine … Read More→
_ PreventionHow to Remove A Tick - and Prevent Future Bites By Jane Farrell articleHere, from the American Academy of Dermatology, is an update on tick bites, which can occur at any time of … Read More→
_ PreventionKeeping Seniors Safe During Hurricanes and Storms By Jane Farrell articleAs we all know from reading the horrific news this hurricane season, everyone is at risk of devastating harm. Seniors … Read More→
_ PreventionTreating and Preventing Head Lice By Jane Farrell articleAs kids return to school, experts from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) share how to recognize, treat and prevent … Read More→
_ Prevention3 Tips for Protecting Your Kids from Mosquitoes By Jane Farrell articleIt’s likely that itchy bump on your child’s arm is nothing much to worry about. Most mosquito bites are harmless, … Read More→
_ PreventionGrapefruit + Some Medicines Don't Mix: Is Your Rx on the List? By Jane Farrell articleFrom the experts at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), a comprehensive explanation of why grapefruit isn’t right for you … Read More→
PreventionSay Goodbye to Morning Breath By Jane Farrell articleWaking up with that not-so-minty-fresh breath in the morning is not ideal. But cosmetic dentist Dr. Victoria Veytsman has some tips … Read More→
_ PreventionAvoiding Vacation Infections By Jane Farrell articleDr. Brent W. Laartz thought he was in for the ride of his lifetime when he set out on a … Read More→
_ PreventionThe ABCs of Avoiding Ticks By Sondra Forsyth articleWith the coming of warmer weather, you’ll want to be on the lookout for ticks – especially this year. According … Read More→
_ PreventionTravel and Natural Disasters By Jane Farrell articleAlthough rare, natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, tsunamis, tornadoes, or earthquakes could occur while you are on a trip … Read More→
_ Flu PreventionA Little Nudge May Provide a Big Boost to Flu Vaccination Rates By Sondra Forsyth articleCurrently, only 44 percent of adults in the United States receive an annual flu vaccination. Though the rate has increased … Read More→
_ PreventionProtecting Yourself Against Pesky Plants and Insects By Jane Farrell articleHow can you guard against an array of skin irritations related to plants and insects? Experts from the American Academy … Read More→
_ PreventionThe Lifesaving Fire-Safety Checklist By Jane Farrell articleAccording to the Federal Emergency Management Agncy, older adults (age 65 and up) are more than twice as likely to … Read More→