Healthy articles

Every year, an average of 38 children die in hot vehicles, most after their parents simply forgot they were there. Don't believe it could never happen to you, and make sure you have a prevention strategy in place.

The lower rate of heart disease in Mediterranean areas has long been attributed to the local diet in that region of Europe. It may also prevent cancer, Parkinson’s Disease and Alzheimer’s. But what makes up the diet and why is it so good for health?

The simple steps you take to recognize and treat heatstroke while the ambulance is on its way can save a life. Here are seven ways to avoid summer heat exhaustion and heatstroke from the basic to ways you probably haven't thought of before.

Most Americans regularly experience "stress" — but what does that really mean? Is it time to replace this catch-all phrase with more specific words that better describe the emotions we actually feel?

We see ads for expensive sunscreens with SPF protection of 50, 70, or even more. But are the chemicals in high-SPF sunscreens safe? Are they worth the money? This article takes a look at real values in sun protection.

Burns can cause a significant amount of damage in a very short period of time. Knowing about burn hazards, common causes of burns, types of burns, burn prevention techniques and effective treatment is crucial for both parents and caregivers of children.

It’s easy to make excuses about why you can’t get in the shape you want. As valid as they can appear to be, excuses just don’t cut it. Sometimes you have to suck it up and just get on with the task at hand.

Western-trained doctors have reluctantly come to agree over the past 30 to 40 years that acupuncture really works, but scientists are only now beginning to understand why.

Placebos contain no active ingredients and yet sometimes they make people feel better. How can that possibly happen and does it mean there is a place in medicine for 'dummy' treatments? And why are placebo treatments now included in clinical trials?

Urinary tract infections (UTI) are very common and can be extremely painful and unpleasant. UTI can be easily treated. However, if left unattended, it might be life-threatening. Read on to learn more about UTI, its causes, symptoms, and treatment.