Mammograms Save Lives. Period.
A mammogram is an X-ray image of the breasts and doctors use it to detect cancer even before external symptoms begin to show. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month …
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Gynecologic Cancer Awareness
The Foundation for Women’s Cancer (FWC) has declared September as Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month (GCAM). Under this initiative, it is their goal to bring about awareness about all gynecologic cancers …
Child Pool Safety
Summer is here and there’s no better joy than splashing around in a swimming pool for hours. A great exercise, swimming is not only healthy for children and adults but …
Child Home Safety: Preventing Accidents at Home
Home should be a safe space for children. It’s where they play, learn, relax, and find care, comfort, and love. Children are naturally curious and love to explore and try …
Game Day Nutrition Tips for Young Athletes
Skill and training are essential for every athlete. Another factor that has a massive impact on an athlete’s performance is optimal nutrition. No matter what sport they play, young athletes …
Baseball Safety for Children
Baseball is one of the most popular youth sports in the United States, and like any other sport, it comes with a risk of injuries. Just like baseball is a …
Preventing Soccer Injuries in Children
One of the most popular team sports in the world, soccer (also known as football, outside of the United States) is a great exercise that helps improve agility, coordination, balance …
What to Know About Colonoscopies
Colonoscopy is an outpatient procedure in which your colon and rectum are inspected. This procedure helps examine, diagnose and treat lower gastrointestinal tract diseases. A long and flexible tube is …
7 Swimming Pool Safety Tips
Swimming is not just a fun activity, but it’s also one of the best forms of exercise. During summer, many families spend quality time together and have fun in a …
Vaccines and Children: When and Why
Although most parents are familiar with the “childhood vaccination schedule” – a detailed plan for when your child should get certain immunizations helps to protect them from preventable diseases. As …
Best Exercises for Kids
Most kids like to play all day long. Their energy levels are unmatched, and that’s why it’s even more critical to help them direct this energy into a lifelong habit …
Big Benefits of Quitting Drinking
Stress at work, home and personal relationships was amplified by COVID-19. Many of us who were casual or occasional drinkers turned a weekend treat into a weekday habit. You’ve noticed …