Health and Wellness
Independent Living and Safety For Seniors
June 17th, 2013
The good news is that seniors are living longer and plan to do so in the comfort of their own homes. The bad news is that millions of seniors are not taking simple steps to safety-proof their living environment to minimize potential injures. About one third of the senior population over the age of 65 falls each year and the risk of falls increases proportionately with age.
Reduced menopausal symptoms with this
June 17th, 2013
Consuming 10 milligrams (mg) daily of S-equol delivered via a new fermented soy-based nutritional supplement alleviated menopausal symptoms, particularly the frequency of hot flashes and severity of neck or shoulder muscle stiffness, without impacting thyroid and certain sex hormone levels, according to clinical data presented at the annual meeting of The Endocrine Society, (ENDO) 2013.<
Suli's Story:
June 17th, 2013A red kangaroo's battle with cancer
Angie Kutchery, Animal Care Specialist at the Racine Zoo, is primary macropod specialist managing all aspects of care for the Zoo's red kangaroos and wallaroos. Kutchery describes an atypical situation in which she and the team rallied together to help one red kangaroo fight cancer.
Baby Boomers Twice as Likely to Use an Assistive Walking Device as Previous Generation
June 14th, 2013Increased Usage Attributed to Technological Advancements, ADA, and Disappearance of "Stigma" of Using Such Devices
According to a study published in JAMA in March 2013, baby boomers are twice as likely to use an assistive walking device as the generation before them.
A Place For Mom Releases Career Advice From Fathers
June 14th, 2013Annual Survey Reveals Majority of Adults Look to Dad for Guidance on Education, Jobs, and Major Purchases
A Place for Mom® (APFM), the nation's largest senior living referral service, released results from its first annual Father's Day survey and revealed a collection of career advice given by dads across the country.
Get Dad a Checkup for Father's Day
June 14th, 2013American men aren't seeing the doctor often enough. Celebrate Father's Day by encouraging preventative health for the dads in your life.
According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, only 57 percent of men in the US have visited a doctor in the last year, compared to 74 percent of women.
Prevent Ants from Marching into Your Home This Summer
June 13th, 2013The National Pest Management Association urges homeowners to take proactive steps to eliminate ants
Widely recognized as the top nuisance pest in Ame
Break Free from Osteoporosis!
June 13th, 2013
In response to new prevalence data showing approximately 57 million Americans are affected by osteoporosis and low bone mass, the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) kicked off a national awareness campaign. Break Free from Osteoporosis encourages the public to get to know their risk factors for osteoporosis and change their lifestyle to build and maintain strong bones.
BPA Linked to Obesity Risk in Puberty-Age Girls
June 13th, 2013
Girls between nine and 12 years of age with higher-than-average levels of bisphenol-A in their urine had double the risk of being obese than girls with lower levels of BPA, according to a Kaiser Permanente study published recently in the journal PLOS ONE.
California Prunes Benefit Digestive Health Says European Food Standards Agency
June 13th, 2013
Eating prunes is officially beneficial for digestive health confirms the EU Commission in a final authorization ruling today. Prunes are now the only natural, whole, and dried fruit to achieve an authorized health claim in the EU following a six-year application process by the California Prune Board.



