Dealing with dentures or gum disease? Follow these guidelines for dental patients 65 or older. Americans are living longer and keeping more of their teeth. With age comes the danger of more cavities, gum disease, dry mouth, and other tooth problems. Visit a dentist...
Have you heard of sepsis? Sepsis is a medical emergency and can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and even death when untreated. More than 1.6 million people in the U.S. are diagnosed with sepsis each year—and 258,000 people die from it, reports...
If you need pain medication, stay safe and prevent opioid abuse by asking your doctor these six questions from Pennsylvania Medical Society:
Learn the signs and symptoms to look for in children who may have suffered a mild traumatic brain injury (known as a concussion). You don’t have to play a sport to suffer a concussion. Kids can experience one taking a tumble on the playground or being hit in...
Participate in Prostate Cancer Awareness Month by brushing up on these must-know facts. Did you know that approximately 2.8 million American men are living with prostate cancer? Each year, over 29,000 men die from the disease, according to the American Cancer Society....
We asked Pennsylvanians: How do you de-stress? We all have those moments when we just need a breather—but in our busy everyday lives, we don’t always know how to take one. According to the American Psychological Association, 65 percent of Americans cited work...
Remember these steps for keeping food safe when the gang is gathered and the weather is hot. Follow these FDA-recommended pointers to stay healthy and keep food sanitized, especially during the warmer weather when bacteria thrive. CLEAN: Hands, surfaces,...
Love potato salad, but hate the high calorie count? A few simple ingredient swaps will turn this classic picnic dish into a healthy one, too. Did you know you can cut the mayo with healthy whole milk greek yogurt? Or that you can sneak in a serving of veggies...
Are you having trouble sleeping? Learn how to develop healthy sleep habits for a better bedtime routine with these four tips. Sleep is a vital body function that supports brain development and our physical and mental health, which is why it’s important for children...
"Bee" smart about stings and bites. With the summer sun and increased outdoor activity drawing bees from their hives, it’s important to know what to do—and what not to do. Follow these safety guidelines and treatment tips around bees: Bees are attracted to...