Why Do Wounds Itch As They Heal?
The temptation to scratch an itchy wound is hard to resist. Annoying as that itch is, there is a reason for it.
Joe Morris
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Joe Morris
Heart Disease Doesn’t Always Have A Pattern
For every story about someone whose health or lifestyle made them a likely candidate for a heart attack, there’s another narrative: the seemingly healthy person with no warning flags who had one.
What to Know When Hiring a Personal Trainer
One way to add a layer of fitness accountability is to work with a personal trainer. Here are the steps you should take to ensure you get the most out of this fitness partnership.
Dollars & Sense: 6 Financial Planning Tips for the New Year
Most New Year’s resolutions center around getting healthy, but it can be difficult to achieve these goals if you’re constantly stressed about money. Here are 6 ways to get ahead of that in the new year.
How to Create a Family Medical History – and Why You Need One
Family history can tell you a lot about how to stay healthy. We may be able to suppress bad genes or activate good ones if we practice healthy habits. The first step to using that knowledge to your advantage: creating a family medical history.
4 Indoor Exercises for Cold Winter Days
Winter can lead many of us to head in the wrong workout direction as temperatures cool. But there are fun ways to interact with family and friends when it’s cold outside and get some exercise in the process.
Coping with a Loved One’s Alzheimer’s Disease
When Alzheimer’s Disease strikes, everyone’s thoughts naturally go to the person who’s received the diagnosis. But people who will be caregivers need support as well.
5 Tips for Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain & Stress
A little pre-holiday legwork and list making can lead to a remarkably calm holiday season.
How to Address Domestic Violence with Friends and Family
By becoming aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse, family, friends and coworkers are in a better position to offer help.
Stress & the Human Brain: Facts & Fixes
Stress literally changes who we are. That’s why it’s key to understand how to bring calm into our lives, anticipate stressful triggers and, when possible, avoid them.