Enjoying the Sun without Making Yourself the Main Course
With July 3rd being National Stay Out of the Sun Day (really), it reminds us that caring for the largest organ of our bodies is just as important as caring for our brain, heart, lungs or kidneys. If you are a “Sun worshiper” and enjoy tanning and being outdoors uncovered, then maybe you should consider a day off. […]
Getting a Glimpse into Life After Graduation
The real world comes soon enough to graduating high school students. For those with disabilities, it might take a bit more to envision their life after they earn their diploma. At Woodrow Wilson High School in Dallas, students with disabilities are given a special “leg up” with a program that helps them design transition plans. These plans […]
Focusing on Men’s Health
When it comes to general health, there are gender differences. While men face many of the general health issues that women also face (heart disease, stroke, diabetes, cancer, depression), men also face some gender-specific health challenges. Compared to women, men are more likely to: Drink more alcohol and consume more tobacco Engage in risky behaviors Not see […]
Brain Health Awareness—Staying Sharp
A healthy body is a common topic. But what about a healthy brain? Brain health is something we should all be aware of and ready to cope with as we age. A basic healthy brain begins with: Regular physical exercise Proper food and nutrition Sound medical health Adequate sleep and relaxation A fit mind An active […]
The Effective Emergency Treatment of Migraines—Up Close and Personal
We’ve talked about migraines in this space before—what they are, how they can be prevented and treated. Now we have a real world example of what it is like to be afflicted with and what can be done to treat a migraine. A few days ago, an Instagram poster chronicled her visit to Frontline ER […]
The Health Benefits of Wine
Wine, wine, wine. What health benefit can an alcoholic beverage provide to me? With every May 25th being National Wine Day, what better time to talk about the benefit of sipping your favorite fruit of the vine or press of the grape. In moderation, of course. A few things to consider as benefits of a […]
Keeping Women Healthy
With May being Women’s Health Month, let’s take a moment and help keep the women in our life—mom, grandmom, sister, wife, partner, daughter—healthy and with us as long as we can. What should women be doing to maintain and monitor their health? Let’s start with the basics: Visit your doctor for your annual wellness visit. […]
Go Play Outside!”—Mom
It’s really no coincidence that May is when we celebrate Mother’s Day as well as National Play Outside Day. Mom was always after us when we were children to “go play outside>” And for good reason: growing bodies need activity as well and good nutrition. Here are a few reasons to scoot your young’uns out […]
Creating a General Fitness Program for Yourself
With our proximity to Dallas’s White Rock Lake and the trail system, it is a natural to be getting out and enjoying the fresh air. And exercising. The first Saturday in May is always National Fitness Day. It is set aside to recognize the importance of physical fitness and how it can change lives. How […]
Work, Injuries, Care and Recovery
“I’ve learned from…injury and come back even more humble.”—Troy Polamalu, former NFL player Injury in the workplace is something to be avoided yet prepared for. And while most workplaces aren’t NFL fields of play, workplace injuries happen everywhere from offices to construction sites to kitchens. As the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth […]