Additional Time Spent Outdoors by Children Results in Decreased Rate of Nearsightedness

11 years ago

The addition of a daily outdoor activity class at school for three years for children in Guangzhou, China, resulted in…

If the “Pollen Tsunami” Has Swept Through, Why Are You Still Miserable?

11 years ago

Yeah, yeah. You heard all about the “worst allergy season ever.” You know the “pollen tsunami” swept through and left…

More Time for School Lunches Equals Healthier Choices for Kids

11 years ago

Elementary and middle school students who are given at least 25 minutes to eat lunch are more likely to choose…

When The Role Of Caregiver Falls To The Children

11 years ago

A debilitating disease such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, takes a devastating toll on the people who suffer from…

Keeping Older Muscles Strong

11 years ago

As we grow older, we lose strength and muscle mass. However, the cause of age-related muscle weakness and atrophy has…

Vitamin K Shots Necessary to Prevent Internal Bleeding in Newborns

11 years ago

The growing trend of parents’ shunning vaccines has crept into another area that has physicians recommending caution — forgoing vitamin…

Healthy & Hydrated Ideas For Labor Day

11 years ago

Labor Day is just around the corner and plenty of outdoor events are happening to make this holiday a memorable…

Short Sleepers Are Four Times More Likely to Catch a Cold

11 years ago

A new study led by a UC San Francisco sleep researcher supports what parents have been saying for centuries: to…

Protect Your Eyes and Health from Harmful “Blue Light”

11 years ago

You already know to protect your eyes from harmful UV-light when you are outdoors. But did you know that another…

What to Ask Your Doctor Before Scheduling Surgery

11 years ago

If you are planning to have surgery, you may be anxious. Asking the right questions before scheduling surgery can help…