De adicto a ADICTO: Alcoholismo y adicciones
Mal de muchos, consuelo de tontos La negación, la NO aceptación Gracias a Dios, hoy no amanecí crudo, ni destilando alcohol hasta por los poros, no traigo ansiedad, ni lagunas mentales, recuerdo muy bien todo lo que hice ayer, hoy, estoy limpio, me siento libre y motivado a escribir mi artículo semanal como lo he […]
Acupuncture might help lower high blood pressure, study shows
By Chara There might be hope for people with high blood pressure. A University of California study claims that acupuncture can help manage high blood pressure. The researchers found that people with high blood pressure who were treated with electroacupuncture for at least six weeks had lower blood pressure than they had before starting treatment. […]
Social media linked to teen suicides
By Yanis De Palma Social media has helped connect the world. However, it has also made it easier for bullying to happen, endangering teens’ mental health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide rates for teens have risen as their social media usage has surged. A 2018 study revealed that teen suicides […]
Social media is changing daily life
By Tere Siqueira Modern people must move between two worlds: the tangible one and the digital one. The digital world, in particular, is changing many aspects of daily life. Social media platforms are perhaps the greatest influences for change. Some of the ways social media platforms are changing everyday life include the following: *Communication: With […]
How children can receive free or low-cost preventive care
By FF Medicaid and CHIP benefits include immunizations, regular check-ups, and visits to the dentist Children are among the most vulnerable populations when it comes to measles and other contagious diseases. Giving babies the recommended vaccines at 2 years is one of the best ways to protect them from 14 of the most serious childhood […]
Music and teens, the best antidote against depression
Music is everywhere, and today’s tech-enabled world makes it easy to enjoy the sounds of your favorite artists and storytellers no matter where you go. “In the connected world we live in, consumers want to be able to listen to their favorite music and podcasts wherever they are and however they choose to listen, whether […]
Take Your Workout Outdoors for a Fresh Boost
As temperatures rise and the sun shines brighter, you might start taking your workouts outside more often. To ensure your body’s comfort and safety, you may need to refresh your fitness regimen. These tips can help you safely enjoy your summer workouts: *Wear sweat-proof sunscreen. Protecting your skin is a year-round endeavor, but when it’s […]
Expert gives tips on how to improve men’s health
By Roberta Pardo June is Men’s Health Month — a time to remind men to make their wellness a priority. Statistics show that nearly 71 percent of men are at risk of being overweight or obese, compared to 59 percent of women. Moreover, far more women are likely to go to a doctor’s office than […]
Poor diet might increase risk of cancer, study finds
By Roberta Pardo A poor diet might increase the risk of cancer, according to a new study. Published May 22 in the JNCI Cancer Spectrum, the study revealed an estimated 80,110 new cancer cases among adults 20 and older in the United States in 2015 were attributed to eating a poor diet. “This is equivalent […]
Health clinics have new hours
JOHNSON COUNTY, KAN – The Johnson County Department of Health and Environment’s (JCDHE) health clinics in Mission and Olathe offer new walk-in service hours for clients. Walk-in services (immunizations, STD testing and treatment, pregnancy tests, physicals, tuberculosis tests) are available at the following times: Olathe Clinic (11875 S. Sunset Drive) — Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 8 a.m. […]