Natural Solutions
Firefighters Find Heart Disease More Challenging than Fires
June 18th, 2013
Despite facing life-threatening situations everyday as part of their jobs, a new survey of National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) members shows the vast majority of firefighters have a greater fear of suffering injury or death from a heart attack and find heart-disease prevention – eating healthy and exercising – more difficult than putting out a blaze.
"National Bring Your Pet To Work Day" On Friday, June 21
June 18th, 2013
Many companies across the United States allow their associates to bring their pets to work and understand the benefits of pets in the workplace. Through its PETS AT
Emotional Impacts of Acne Scarring
June 18th, 2013
Suneva Medical, Inc, a privately-held aesthetics company, and the National Association for Self-Esteem are acknowledging June's National Acne Awareness Month by teaming up to raise awareness around the emotional impact that acne scarring can have on an individual's self-esteem and confidence.
USDA Study Touts Health Benefits of NW Sweet Cherries
June 18th, 2013
According to the results of a recent study conducted by researchers at the USDA-Agricultural Research Service Western Human Nutrition Research Center, the Northwest Cherry Growers are pleased to announce that consuming about 45 (280 g) sweet Bing cherries significantly decreased circulating concentrations of specific inflammatory biomarkers in the blood.
HHS Releases 2013 Update To The National Alzheimer's Plan
June 17th, 2013
On Saturday, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease: 2013 Update. The first-ever National Alzheimer's Plan, initially released in May 2012, was mandated by the bipartisan National Alzheimer's Project Act (P.L. 111-375), which Congress passed unanimously in 2010.
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.



