Have you had your blood pressure tested lately? High blood pressure affects one in three Americans. Even still, many people with the condition don’t know they have it. The previous standard was 140/90. But, recent guidelines redefined high blood pressure as a reading of 130/80. If you have high blood [...]

Call 911 if you think you recognize the signs of a stroke. Act FAST and learn to recognize the signs of a stroke: What is a stroke? Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in America and a leading cause of adult disability. The National Stroke Association defines it [...]

It’s almost Mother’s Day! Instead of going out to dinner, here are a few unique ideas to get your family out of the house and celebrating mom! 1) Go for a Picnic - It's a great way to plan healthy snacks in advance. It also gets your family outside, active [...]

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Sexual violence is a serious public health problem in the United States.   Facts about Sexual Violence   Sexual violence is any sexual activity where consent is not freely given. It affects millions of people each year in the United States.    Sexual violence is [...]

Since April is STD Awareness Month, we're dedicating this post to giving you the facts.   Three common STDs—chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—are surging across the United States. That's according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).   Young people are especially hard-hit. The CDC says 15-24-year olds account [...]

Spring is here! But for some, that means dealing with intense spring allergies.   The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America says over 50-million Americans suffer from allergies each year. They also claim that allergies are the 6th leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S.   Seasonal allergies develop [...]