Arm yourself against the flu
The flu seems to be top-of-mind right now for almost everyone, especially moms. And while many moms are taking extra measures this year to protect kids from both seasonal flu and H1N1, they may neglect getting their own flu shot. With kids, husbands, schools, friends, communities and employers depending on moms for so much, it’s more important... more
With multiple strains this year, don’t be confused about flu prevention
With the emergence of the 2009 H1N1 virus and the presence of annual seasonal flu, health experts are concerned that this flu season could be more confusing than ever for families. Recent studies point to misunderstandings about what families should do to help prevent the spread of these viruses. While the 2009 H1N1 virus continues to dominate... more
Daily physical activity helps lessen the severity of arthritis
(ARA) – More than 46 million people of all ages in the U.S. have arthritis. A recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that arthritis is the nation’s most common disability. The same CDC study showed that the number of people who report arthritis as their primary cause of disability has grown by more than 3... more