Health screenings are tests that look for diseases before symptoms appear. Blood pressure screenings, cholesterol screenings, and diabetes screenings are a few common services for adults. As we age, additional screenings become more important. Because a smoothly...
If your family celebrates Thanksgiving, you know the feeling of almost rolling away from the table after indulging in a delicious meal. One of the best aspects of Thanksgiving is that it keeps on giving, with leftover pie, turkey, and potatoes in all forms, lingering...
End-of-life care decisions can cause stress for families, especially when they are choosing what kind of care to provide, understanding which programs an individual is eligible for, and deciding when to administer medical aid. Two types of care — palliative and...
With daylight saving time approaching, it is easy to fall into the habit of coming home from work or school, putting on comfy clothes, and parking in front of the TV or computer. Our bodies are naturally responsive to sunlight, which means we have to fight the urge to...
Watching a loved one manage a chronic illness can be difficult. As the holidays approach and family members you seldom see make their annual visit, you can prepare to support them. There are things you can do to help during the time you have together. Here are...
Healthy Me PA asked members of our online community “What keeps YOU up at night about health care?” Read their answers below. “I want to maintain my mobility for the simple things I enjoy: playing golf, walking my dogs, going to living history events.” Mike...
On November 5, daylight saving time (DST) will conclude, pushing us back one hour at 2 a.m. But what exactly is DST, and where did it come from? We can attribute the seasonal time shift to Benjamin Franklin, who thought of the idea during his Paris ambassadorship....
You know the feeling: It’s Saturday, and you’ve finished your errands. You have time before your evening plans, so you lie down and end up taking a nap. Once you wake up, you begin prepping for the night. For some of us, naps are a rare occurrence. For others, naps...
Here are some tips to help you get a good night's sleep!
If you’re familiar with the hit show “American Ninja Warrior,” then you don’t want to miss Loo and Drew’s latest adventure!