You would have to be living in a cave - and without a news source of any kind - to not know that we are currently under a measles outbreak in the United States
I had the honor of spending the day with Skye the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Owl at Grandma's Marathon cheering the runners to the finish line which was just about a mile away. On that Saturday it was the "cheer zone" but soon it will be the location of the new Blue Cross and Blue Shield Retail Center in Duluth.
Death is a subject that most of us like to not think about. However, death is a part of life and it touches us all in many different ways throughout our lives. As we grow up and live out our years, everyone eventually loses the friends and loved ones around them. And - it is the eventual end to our own lives.
Heart health begins with you. Ultimately, no one - not even your doctor - can tell you if you are experiencing the classic-symptoms of health issues. Knowing what the early signs of heart problems can be the difference between life and death.
In the last few years, aluminum cookware has been frequently discussed as having negative effects on our health. Whether it's Alzheimer's or even heart issues, aluminum has developed a bad reputation. At the same time, aluminum has remained a popular source material for cookware like pots and pans.
If you're on a long-term maintenance prescription medication, chances are you've been directed to a generic form to help bring down your costs. But what happens when the prices of those generics start to rise?
It appears that Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease is running its course in the Twin Ports with many cases being diagnosed. But what exactly is it and how can you prevent it?
Visit a doctor and they'll tell you that one of the ways to improve your overall health is to watch what you eat. Speaking in generalities, we should all avoid fats, salt, and chemicals. But what specific foods do doctors suggest we avoid? Or, put another way - what foods don't doctors eat?