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Ticks can spread the blood parasite known as Babesia — Parasites in Your Blood? Babesiosis is one diagnosis that will make anyone cringe. A condition caused by a parasite that infiltrates your red blood cells and wreaks havoc on the body? Hard pass. Unfortunately, every year, a couple of thousand people in the U.S. will have to deal with this. […]

Babesia: Blood Parasites

October 7, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare tagged disease awareness / Disease Prevention / immune system / nature by Cali Naughton

light therapy — The fall and winter seasons are favored by many, however, for some, the upcoming months are the worst times of the year. Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is a form of depression that is triggered by the change in seasons. Those with SAD are hit the hardest during fall and […]

Seasonal Affective Disorder and Light Therapy

October 5, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare / Uncategorized tagged depression / disease treatment / mental health / seasonal health conditions / treating illness by Kayla Gonzalez

risks of sitting too long — Is Prolonged Sitting Unhealthy? Many of you have probably heard the phrase “sitting is the new smoking.” But what makes sitting comparable to a habit known to cause many diseases, chronic health conditions, and death? The body needs rest, plus sitting is relaxing! Some people can’t relax without sitting. However, […]

Prolonged Sitting: What Are The Risks?

October 3, 2021 in Health / life tagged Disease Prevention / exercise / health risks / healthy body / mental health by Brittany Herring

Exercising while pregnant — Exercising While Pregnant May Benefit Babies Lung Function It’s no secret that exercising daily is an essential part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Having a regular exercise routine brings many benefits to one’s physical health, emotional stability, mental state, and even physical appearance. But how can daily exercise be beneficial […]

Exercise During Pregnancy Shows Improved Infant Lung Function

September 29, 2021 in Health / life tagged exercise / healthy body / pediatrics / pregnancy / women's health by Brittany Herring

Medicaid — Expanding Medicaid Leads to Healthier Communities In January 2014, 26 states within the U.S. elected to expand Medicaid eligibility guidelines. This now gives adults between 19-64 years of age with an annual income equaling up to 138% of the federal poverty line (FPL) the option to apply for Medicaid services. […]

Expanding Medicaid Improves American Health

September 27, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare tagged economics / health trends / medicaid / preventative care by Brittany Herring

Diabetes presents many potential complications to eye health. — Diabetes and Vision Trouble? I think we can all agree that no one walks around wishing that they had diabetes. We all know about constant the finger pricking and the need for insulin to ensure that blood glucose levels stay in check, but how many of us really understand the […]

Diabetes: Risks for Blindness

September 25, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare tagged diabetes / disease awareness / Disease Prevention / eye health / preventative care by Cali Naughton

broken heart — Although it sounds like the title of a very sad country song, dying from a broken heart is possible… but not very likely. Broken Heart Syndrome, also known as Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy is a “temporary heart condition that develops in response to an intense emotional or physical experience.” The condition ultimately […]

Dying From a Broken Heart

September 23, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare / Uncategorized tagged disease awareness / heart health / mental health / stress by Kayla Gonzalez

healthy cities — Genetics and lifestyle are not the only things that contribute to your overall health! When thinking about the factors that affect your health, the design of your city is not one that many think of. However, the urban plan of where you live can have a significant impact on your […]

Living in Healthy Cities

September 19, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare / Uncategorized tagged climate change / Disease Prevention / healthy body / healthy mind / nature by Kayla Gonzalez

There are many strategies to help you get better sleep. — Sleep Tight! Getting a good night’s sleep is sometimes easier said than done. With so many stressors and unhealthy distractions in this modern world, sleeping has become problematic for many. What a lot of people forget is that sleep is an integral part of the body’s ability to stay healthy […]

Making the Most of Your Sleep

September 17, 2021 in Health / life tagged healthy habits / lifestyle tips / sleep health / Wellness by Cali Naughton

Thermography breast screening — The Newest Trend in Health Screening There is a rising trend in women seeking out thermographic testing as a means to monitor their breast health rather than the standard mammogram. Some doctors believe that thermography may be helpful in monitoring younger women for breast cancer and can detect changes in […]

Thermography & Breast Health

September 15, 2021 in Health / life tagged advancements in medicine / cancer / Disease Prevention / preventative care / women's health by Cali Naughton