Wellness

Tips for Avoiding the Agony of Kidney Stones
While there is no guaranteed way to prevent stones from forming (heredity does play a role), you can reduce your risk by modifying your diet.

Living Life on Your Own Terms with Crohn's Disease
If you are one of the more than half-million Americans living with Crohn’s disease, you are likely all too familiar with the unpredictable nature of the chronic condition.

How to Find the Right Car Seat for Your Child
Auto accidents are one of the leading causes of death for children ages 1 to 13 years in the United States. Many of those deaths could have been prevented with the proper use of a car seat.

Tinnitus: The Sound of Silence
An audiological and neurological condition experienced by more than 25 million American adults, tinnitus is the perception of sound when no actual external noise is present.

Change Your Habits to Change the Quality of Your Sleep
If your nights are filled with anything but sleep, you may be surprised to learn that your behaviors during the day—especially before bedtime—may be to blame.

5 Unusual Symptoms of Diabetes
Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been living with diabetes for years, it’s important to stay on top of and manage your blood sugar levels.

How Occupational Therapy Can Help You Live Your Best Life
Occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants focus on the things you want and need to do in your daily life.

Best Practices for Medication Safety
As the number of Americans relying on over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications continues to climb, so does the risk of mistaking or mishandling medication; sometimes with deadly consequences.

Recipes to Reduce High Blood Pressure
According to a recent report from the American Heart Association, nearly half of Americans ages 20 years and up (more than 122 million people) have high blood pressure.

Should I Be Screened for Lung Cancer?
The American Cancer Society unveiled changes to its lung cancer screening recommendations aiming to remove barriers to screening and identify more cancers early, when they are easier to successfully treat.