Category Archives: Health News

It’s that time of year when the leaves begin to change color and we begin to dress a little warmer. This change in climate also signals something that most people dread: getting the flu shot. While getting a yearly flu shot may seem bothersome, it is absolutely necessary. The influenza virus changes every season making ...click here to read more

Our addictions tend to distract us from things we’d rather avoid, whether that be religiously watching our favorite show to get away from the realities of our own life or eating in excess to cope with depression. While these addictions may have a negative stigma to them, one is often overlooked: workaholism. People who choose ...click here to read more

Sphenoid sinusitis is an inflammation-related condition that can create uncomfortable symptoms and headache pain. Here, we explore what causes sphenoid sinusitis and how to deal with it. Our sinus is a cavity filled with air on both sides of our nasal structure. The cavities filter the air we inhale with the assistance of the lining ...click here to read more

It is often recommended to take an aspirin if you have heart problems as a means of reducing your risk of a heart attack. New research suggests that the same aspirin a day you take for your heart may go a long way in benefitting your liver too. The latest findings suggest that a daily ...click here to read more

Ensuring your heart stays healthy isn’t a complicated task. In fact, on a daily basis, you are taking part in simple habits that go a long way in improving your heart health—you just don’t realize it. Aside from eating healthy and exercising regularly, there are many other simple-to-do daily habits that can keep your heart ...click here to read more

Silk is a type of woven fabric that feels like no other type of clothing against the skin. It is a natural protein fiber made by silkworms and is a premium textile dating back thousands of years. This wonderful material has been the subject of medical discussion—it may be used to repair damaged spinal cords. ...click here to read more

Women who have just given birth must make a choice early on: should they choose to breastfeed their baby, or strictly bottle feed. Both are considered valid healthy options, with the decision being a purely personal choice. While many will argue that breastfeeding is the best choice, baby formula has some vitamins and nutrients that ...click here to read more

Having the ability to hear is one of our beneficial senses. We can listen to music, hear when people are calling us, and even just appreciate silence when getting the opportunity. Sadly, hearing loss affects millions of people around the world and there are many different causes for its development. One such form stems from ...click here to read more

Marijuana use is a decisive topic today with many people in favor of it or completely opposed to its use in any form. While it has proven itself to have many beneficial properties in the field of medicine, perhaps it may also increase your sex life. A new study has found that regular marijuana users ...click here to read more

Pelvic and bladder exercises are often recommended as a means of strengthening muscles to prevent bladder leaks. Kegels and yoga are just examples of exercises that can be performed to prevent bladder leaks. Common exercise not effective in preventing bladder leaks: Experts suggest The exercise is known as abdominal hypopressive technique (AHT) and is a ...click here to read more

Another week has gone by, which means it’s time for your weekly health news roundup. It was an informative week, as we discussed ear fullness and its various causes and treatment options, what causes low blood pressure with high heart rate, as well as what may be causing neck spasms and the various treatments available. ...click here to read more

The last seven days of October are a time to celebrate Respiratory Care Week. The AARC: American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and the Nebraska Society for Respiratory Care (NSRC) encourage therapists and departments to organize events and festivities to celebrate, motivate, educate, inspire, and learn about recognizing and improving lung health. We at Bel ...click here to read more

Regular exercise has numerous health benefits including improved cardiorespiratory health, healthy weight maintenance, strong muscles, and even an improved sex life. Not only does exercise give you a stronger body, but it can boost confidence because you will look and feel better. To add to that, certain exercises target specific body areas, which can improve ...click here to read more

This coming week is Perk up Your Liver week! It is a time to take a coffee break with your friends and family, not only to spread information about various liver diseases, but also to help reduce liver damage as well. This is because drinking coffee can, in fact, reduce the chances of developing preventable ...click here to read more