Wellness

LiveSmart: As the Leaves Change, Consider Your Exposure to Hepatitis C

September 29, 2016

A hidden epidemic is surging in the United States. Infectious disease experts estimate there could be as many as 4.7 million Americans living with hepatitis C – a potentially fatal, blood-borne virus which affects the liver. Fueling the epidemic, half of those infected are unaware they even have the virus. [...]

LiveSmart: Allergies – Prepare for the Pollen in the Air

September 21, 2016

According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, one in five Americans suffers from allergies. Earlier identification and treatment can eliminate seasons of discomfort, as well as many associated health issues. [...]

LiveSmart: Alleviate COPD Symptoms With Pulmonary Rehab

September 14, 2016

You feel your chest getting tight and every time you inhale you hear a tell-tale wheeze. You feel like you’re gasping for air, but yet you still can’t breathe. You could be one of the millions of Americans with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). [...]

LiveSmart: Hearing Aids Offer Assistance in Transition From Impairment

September 7, 2016

Hearing loss is usually gradual and painless; as a result, it’s easy for many people to ignore. It is critical to address the issue as soon as possible, to circumvent the numerous social, cognitive and health effects of delaying treatment. [...]

LiveSmart: Back to School — Are Your Kids Vaccinated?

August 31, 2016

Labor Day means most schools are back in session next week, so this is your final chance to make sure the students in your life are up to date on their vaccinations before they start. [...]

LiveSmart: Preparation Key to Maintaining Good Health in College

August 24, 2016

For most parents, sending their child off to college fills them with a mixture of pride and worry – how will they do without you right by their side? A good place to start is to pack the student a well-stocked first-aid kit. [...]

LiveSmart: Plantar Fasciitis: Patience is the Key to Recovery

August 18, 2016

If you have a stabbing pain on the bottom part of your heel when you take your first step out of bed in the morning, you know about plantar fasciitis. But how best to treat it? LiveSmart shares tips to get you back on your feet. [...]

LiveSmart: Fun in the Water, Safety First

August 10, 2016

While part of summer is making memories at local lakes and ponds, swimming holes and pools, making sure the memories are good ones means putting safety first. [...]

LiveSmart: Prenatal Vitamins Make a Difference for Mom, Baby

August 3, 2016

One of the best things a woman thinking about getting pregnant can do for her and her future baby is also one of the simplest – start taking a prenatal vitamin. But what should you be looking for in your prenatal vitamin? [...]

LiveSmart: Sibling Dynamics Good Practice for Adult Relationships

July 27, 2016

Next to parents, one of the strongest influences in a child’s development is their relationship with a brother or sister. How to navigate that sometimes-rocky relationship can be a challenge. [...]

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