Tag: healthy habits

FDA Moves Closer to Banning Trans Fats

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Thursday that it's moving toward ridding the American diet of partially hydrogenated oils...

November 7, 2013

Volunteering for Good Health

Looking for a supplemental dose of good health? You can earn extra mental and physical health benefits by volunteering. That’s...

November 1, 2013

Puppy Love, Healthy Hearts

Does stress have you on a short leash? Getting a watchdog may help. Fido, the family pet, can help guard...

August 21, 2013

Tips to Improve Your Memory

Memory loss becomes a serious issue when it affects daily activities. That's when it's time to consult your doctor who...

August 2, 2013

13 Ways to Avoid Jet Lag

Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, jet lag can highjack travel plans and hold you hostage with an assortment...

July 26, 2013

5 Health Risks of Sleep Deprivation

Missing your beauty rest? Sleepless nights leave more than dark eye circles. Sleep deprivation is linked to a growing list...

July 19, 2013

Decoding Sunscreen Labels

Confused by all those sunscreen tubes and bottles (at least 1,400 products) on the market? Thanks to new federal laws,...

June 28, 2013

Skin Cancer Does Not Discriminate

An aggressive form of skin cancer silenced the living voice of Bob Marley, the legendary reggae star, who died more...

June 21, 2013

Men, Get Your Checkups

Let's face it. Men don't exactly jump at the chance to visit the doctor. In fact, most men don't come...

June 10, 2013

Busting the Top 5 Skin Cancer Myths

So you thought you wouldn't get a sunburn on a cloudy day. Or you were under the impression that sunscreens...

May 28, 2013

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Having a few pantry staples can help you put together a few quick and comforting meals. These are items you should try to always have on...

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Coronavirus concerns are dominating our daily lives. You have questions. Our physicians have answers. Host, Dr. Jonathan Fialkow and his guest, Dr. Kamaljit Kaur address the most frequently asked...

FIU Using 3D Printing to Make...

Florida International University and Baptist Health South Florida are partnering on an initiative to manufacture face shields for healthcare workers on the front lines of...

Pregnant Women and Coronavirus: Don’t Stress,...

Do pregnant women have more to fear from the coronavirus (COVID-19) than the average, healthy adult? Public health officials and doctors say that there are...