New research shows that older adults who exercise regularly can perform everyday tasks more easily and gain independence. Swimming is a great way to stay fit in older age. Insufficient physical activity causes around 3.2 million deaths worldwide each year, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). These declining levels of physical activity may be… Read More »
Queensland mineworkers have protested outside BHP’s Brisbane offices to demand more assistance for black lung and silicosis sufferers. The Mine Dust Diseases Victims Group wants a fund established to help victims after their workers compensation payments finish. So far, the group says, the mining companies have resisted. Jim Pearce, a former coal miner and Queensland… Read More »
Learn which antioxidants help promote a healthy immune system and more! Seasonal changes and holiday stress may deplete your immune system, triggering unwanted symptoms like coughing, sneezing, itchiness, or fatigue. If you’re feeling under the weather, or if someone around you is sick, it may be a good time to reinforce your immune system. Keep… Read More »
Learn 5 ways to help maintain healthy glucose levels. November was American Diabetes Month, and with the holidays looming, this is the perfect opportunity to shed light on a major health crisis in our nation. About 1.5 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes each year, and it remains the seventh leading cause of death in… Read More »
Try these 3 herbal teas for respiratory health support. Supporting your immune system is crucial this time of year! When it comes to seasonal challenges – you know, sneezing, coughing, and even trouble sleeping due to changes in the weather and all the icky microbes floating around at home and at work – you’re better… Read More »
It’s been four years since I was first introduced to Bee Prepared immune support supplements and since then I’ve never looked back. Bee Prepared supplements have become my go-to supplements for treating and preventing colds. I first saw these products advertised in one of the health magazines and after that, I saw some people were talking… Read More »
By PATRICK HORINE Every October we recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month, an important opportunity to discuss this widespread social and public health problem and to take stock of what we can do better to protect victims of domestic abuse. Unfortunately, the data shows us that health care is often a dangerous profession that is also rife with domestic… Read More »