You may not be able to walk without bending over and the pain can radiate through to the shoulder blades. You may also experience nausea, vomiting, gas, and belching.
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When memory loss occurs for those over 50, the first reaction is the fear of dementia.
Read MoreASPCA offers Thanksgiving tips for pet owners
Pets may want to take part in Thanksgiving, especially as they crowd around the dinner table during the holiday.
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals does have some advice regarding pets and Thanksgiving. While allowing them a little taste of the holiday spread is OK, the group says owners should stick to their furry companion’s regular diet.
Read MoreWhat will you die of…today?
The 1957 Popular Science article “What Will You Die Of?” said the average 45-year-old American is “about the luckiest man alive—just because he is alive.” It then went on to say that odds of that same American living until he was 65 were just one in three. In the years following this article, major medical advancements unfolded: The Internet was discovered and utilized as an important communicative tool; the first heart bypass surgery was performed…
Read MoreA few tweaks could help travelers stay in shape
While the benefits of staying fit – including lower medical and life insurance costs – are well-known, it can still be difficult for people who are constantly on the road or in the air to keep up with an exercise regimen. Fortunately, health website FitnessGoop offers some helpful tips for frequent travelers.
Read MoreEast Texas known as ‘Stroke Belt’ for its unhealthy culture
A county-by-county survey by the University of Washington found that with an average life expectancy of 73, residents die 7 years earlier in Anderson County than the rest of the state, the newspaper said. The county is plagued by high occurrences of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and cancers that have all resulted from poor lifestyle choices, causing many to dub this region of Texas the “Stroke Belt.”
Read MoreObama passes law that will make schools healthier
Schools throughout the country may now become a lot healthier after President Barack Obama recently signed a child nutrition bill into effect.
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 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.
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