Posted by
Health Tip: Carbon Monoxide Safety

Health Tip: Carbon Monoxide Safety

(HealthDay News) — Carbon monoxide (CO) is known as “the invisible killer” because it’s a colorless, odorless and poisonous gas. Latest Prevention & Wellness News More than 150 people in the United States die each year from accidental CO poisoning, says the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The commission encourages consumers to: Have annual heating […]

Posted by
Health Tip: Biking Safely

Health Tip: Biking Safely

(HealthDay News) — Biking is a great way to stay in shape, save gas and reduce pollution. But the estimated 80 million cyclists sharing the road with vehicles often face a host of hazards, says the National Safety Council. Latest Prevention & Wellness News To stay safe, the NSC recommends: Become familiar with traffic laws. […]

Posted by
Gun Deaths Up Sharply Among America’s Schoolkids

Gun Deaths Up Sharply Among America’s Schoolkids

Latest Prevention & Wellness News FRIDAY, March 22, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Gun-related deaths among school-age children in the United States are increasing at alarming rates, researchers report. In 2017, gun violence claimed more 5- to 18-year-olds than police officers or active-duty members of the U.S. military, according to a chilling new study led by […]

Posted by
Spread of Democracy Is Good for World’s Health: Study

Spread of Democracy Is Good for World’s Health: Study

Latest Prevention & Wellness News THURSDAY, March 14, 2019 (HealthDay News) — A healthy democracy means better health for its citizens, a new study claims. Researchers analyzed political, economic and population health data from 170 countries over 46 years — 1970 to 2016. They concluded that as levels of democracy increased, governments spent more on […]

Posted by
Health Tip: Snake Bite First-Aid

Health Tip: Snake Bite First-Aid

(HealthDay News) — About 8,000 of the 45,000 snake bites in the United States each year are caused by venomous snakes. But most traditional first-aid methods do more harm than good, the World Health Organization says. Latest Prevention & Wellness News WHO recommends: Reassure the victim, if he or she is anxious. Immobilize the person’s […]

Posted by
Health Tip: Thumb Sprains

Health Tip: Thumb Sprains

(HealthDay News) — A sprained thumb occurs when ligaments stretch beyond their limits. The most common cause of a sprained thumb is falling onto an outstretched hand, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says. Latest Prevention & Wellness News Depending on the sprain’s severity, you may have bruising, tenderness and swelling around the base of […]

Posted by
Health Tip: Energy Drink Safety

Health Tip: Energy Drink Safety

(HealthDay News) — While energy drinks are promoted as products that increase energy and enhance performance, they also can put users at risk. Latest Prevention & Wellness News From 2007 to 2011, energy-drink related emergency room visits doubled. Overconsumption of energy drinks can cause a host of issues, the U.S> National Institutes of Health says. […]