Childhood Obesity Childhood obesity is a serious and growing problem in the United States, often leading to a multitude of lifelong health problems. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of obese or overweight children has tripled since 1980. Today, 16 percent of children ages 6 to19 are obese or overweight. …
Our Comprehensive Campaign To Prevent and Treat HEART DISEASE To prevent, detect and treat America’s #1 killer, physicians use a full range of technology and other resources to provide comprehensive care at three different levels. Level 1: Detection and Prevention Let’s start with the basics. The first step in the fight against heart disease is to …
Summer Safety School is almost out; summer is almost here. The days are getting longer, and people are spending more and more time outside. But don’t be deceived. The carefree days of summer have their share of dangers. Here’s some information to help make this summer a safe one. Bike Safety For Kids Kids love …
A Healthy Start To A New School Year Buying school supplies and new clothes is all part of sending the kids back to school. Making sure your child is healthy, fit and ready for the coming year should be, too. Here are three healthy steps to put at the top of your school check list. …
Are You at Risk? For kids, being overweight is more than a matter of looking “chubby.” It’s a serious medical condition. In a recent study, 70 percent of obese children already had at one risk factor for heart disease, such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol. So how do you find out if your …
Are You at Risk? According to the American Heart Association, certain risk factors for heart disease can be controlled through education, lifestyle, diet, exercise and medication (see below). Consult your physician for help in controlling: Smoking High Blood Pressure High Cholesterol Diabetes Overweight /Obesity Physical Inactivity Certain risk factors for heart disease are beyond your …
The Top 10 Ways to Get Your Family Healthy and Ready The start of a new school year can be a stressful time for any family. The carefree days of summer are suddenly gone, replaced by a busier, more demanding schedule. But by planning ahead, you can make that first day, and the rest of …
