Schools throughout the country may now become a lot healthier after President Barack Obama recently signed a child nutrition bill into effect.
Read MoreObama passes law that will make schools healthier
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Surgeon General finds tobacco consumption rapidly impacts body
The U.S. Surgeon General released a report with new evidence indicating smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke is likely to cause instantaneous harm to the body.
Read MoreTips to avoid lung cancer
Statistics show lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death, but there are ways to avoid acquiring the disease, according to the Center for Disease and Control Prevention.
Read MoreSouth Dakota votes against smoking
Those who smoke are frequently faced with an array of health conditions and higher life insurance premiums as a result. Medical professionals have long linked the habit to increased risks of cancer and lung disease.
Those who smoke aren’t the only ones affected by cigarettes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 50,000 deaths per year can be attributed to second-hand smoke. Despite this, hundreds of people start smoking every day in the U.S.
Read MoreMinor falls could lead to major health complications
As people age, their reflexes, vision and hearing may not be as good as they once were. The reduced functionality of such senses can put people at an increased risk of falling down.
Falls for the elderly can have far more serious consequences than the same accidents involving younger individuals. Research from the University of Rochester Medical Center found that even small falls can be fatal. In fact, their research indicates that falls in adults over the age of 70 are three times more likely to result in death.
Read MoreAmericans advised to control sodium intake
The federal government has announced that it is stepping up its efforts to help Americans enjoy healthier lives by encouraging lower sodium use.
Excessive sodium consumption can contribute significantly to high blood pressure while also contributing to chronic medical problems in the longer term. In turn, chronic medical problems are often a red flag to insurers that can trigger higher health and life insurance costs for consumers.
Read MoreStudy links breastfeeding to reduced risk of diabetes
Now, research from the University of Pittsburgh reveals another way women can reduce their risk of developing diabetes – breastfeeding.
Read MoreSevere cases of salmonella could be deadly
A person’s life can change in the blink of an eye. One moment a person can be perfectly fine and then the next, deathly ill. That is just what happened to Barbara Pruitt.
CNN reports that Pruitt nearly lost her life after eating lettuce infected with salmonella. While Pruitt is fortunate enough to be alive today, her story highlights the importance of being prepared for the unexpected.
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The Essentials of Long-Term Care Insurance
When you’re young, long-term care insurance is not something
