Could exercise give your career a boost?

One expert suggests that spending time at the gym could help you climb the corporate ladder to success.

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How a new surgery is helping people with back pain

An innovative surgery is giving some people with back pain a second chance.

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Fight Childhood Obesity with Family Wellness Programs

Childhood obesity continues to be a growing problem in the US. See how one family’s participation in a Family Wellness Program is helping them combat this issue.

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How to prevent sports overuse injuries

Ask any athlete what he or she fears the most and you’ll often get a common answer. It’s not the ruthless competition. It’s an injury that would sideline them from their favorite sport.

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What is whooping cough, and how is it treated?

Whooping cough is a very contagious respiratory tract infection caused by the bacteria Bordetella pertussis. Whooping cough starts out like a cold. A cough that may last up to six weeks or more is sometimes confused with asthma or bronchitis. Also known as pertussis, whooping cough tends to be most severe in infants and children. It sometimes leads to hospitalization or death.

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Healthy Breakfast Ideas

Are you ready to greet the morning? Jumpstart your day with the right “fuel?”

Research shows that regular breakfast eaters enjoy many health benefits. They are more likely to:

  • Lose and maintain weight successfully
  • Lower their risk of chronic disease
  • Have more mental and physical energy throughout the day

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