March 13, 2020 by John Fernandez
Roundup: U.S. Agencies Warn About Fake...
U.S. Agencies Warn Companies About Fake Products That Claim to Treat, Prevent...
Roundup: U.S. Life Expectancy Lags Behind Other...
Although improving, Americans will continue to have one of the lowest life expectancies of any developed nation, a new study projects. American women will live...
February 24, 2017 / 3 min read
Lower Back Pain: Physical Therapies Over Meds...
New guidelines from the American College of Physicians (ACP) emphasize that doctors should suggest prescription pain medicines only as a last resort after patients try...
February 17, 2017 / 3 min read
Health & Safety Tips for Travelers
While planning a trip may be very exciting, health and safety are more important than which sites to visit. By preparing for unforeseen illnesses or...
February 16, 2017 / 2 min read
Heart Palpitations: When is it Serious?
Having heart palpitations is often associated with a racing heart beat. But the term covers other irregularities related to the body’s “electrical system” that should...
February 13, 2017 / 2 min read
What’s a ‘Coronary Calcium Score’ and Who...
Calcium usually has a good reputation as an important element in building strong, dense bones. But calcium is also a contributing factor in atherosclerosis, a...
February 6, 2017 / 2 min read
2017 Miami Marathon and Half Marathon (Video)
An international field of 25,000 runners from 80 countries made their way to the start line of the 15th edition of the Miami Marathon and...
January 29, 2017 / 1 min read
Cancer Screenings: What Everyone Needs to Know...
A new report on cervical cancer death rates has put the importance of screenings at the forefront of healthcare once again. Researchers say that African-American...
January 24, 2017 / 3 min read
Marathon Profiles 2017: Why They Run
Participants training for the Miami Marathon and Half Marathon on January 29 share their motivations for running. Here are some of their stories in the...
January 18, 2017 / 6 min read
A Simple Scan Determines ‘Body Fat Composition’...
The most complete and precise analysis of your so-called “body fat composition” can be realized with a 10-to-15-minute scan that involves low-dose radiation and no...
January 16, 2017 / 2 min read
Winter Sun Protection (With Infographic)
While much of the country is under freeze conditions, winter weather in South Florida is generally comfortable and bright with lots of sunshine and refreshing breezes. But...
January 12, 2017 / 2 min read
