Keeping your pets safe during severe weather events should be part of your family safety plan. The National Weather Service recommends bringing pets indoors during storms, never leaving pets alone in the car during hot or cold weather, confining pets … [Read more...]
Health News
Back Pain and Firefighters
Surveys completed by 430 firefighters revealed that those exposed to higher levels of occupational stress were 52% more likely to report a musculoskeletal pain condition, with back pain being the most common complaint. Int’l Journal of Occupational … [Read more...]
Exercise Improves Survival Odds for Cancer Patients
The results of a new study suggest that exercising for at least one hour a day may improve the five-year survival rate of cancer patients by up to 15%. Southern Medical Journal, April 2019 … [Read more...]
Red/Processed Meats and Colorectal Cancer Risk
A review of dietary data concerning over 600,000 middle-aged men and women in the United Kingdom suggests that consuming more than 76 grams of red or processed meat per day is associated with an increased risk for colorectal cancer. International … [Read more...]
Autistic Kids “In Tune” with Mom’s Feelings
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) usually have trouble interpreting facial emotions, but a new study finds that some autistic kids are just as “in-tune” with their mother’s expressions as kids without ASD. In the study, researchers had … [Read more...]
The Night Shift Is Tough on the Heart
In this study, researchers analyzed data concerning more than 320,000 people and found that individuals who routinely work nights are 13% more likely to develop coronary heart disease than daytime workers. The cause of the increased risk is unknown, … [Read more...]
Quote of the Week
“The truth needs so little rehearsal.” — Barbara Kingsolver … [Read more...]
Controlling Endometriosis Symptoms
Endometriosis is a potentially painful condition that occurs when the uterine lining grows outside the uterus. According to the Office on Women’s Health, while there is no cure for endometriosis, there are several treatments that can minimize … [Read more...]
Spinal Manipulation’s Effect on Leg Range of Motion
A review of data from eight random controlled trials found that a single application of spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) can improve lower limb neurodynamics (length of mobility of various components of the nervous system) and the range of motion of … [Read more...]
Exercise Before Learning Something New?
The current research suggests that engaging in a session of acute exercise before learning new information improves memory encoding. Brain Science, April 2019 … [Read more...]
We are closed today, May 27th
Our office is closed today, May 27th, 2019. Today we honor and remember our servicemen, women and K-9's who answered America's call to service and paid the ultimate price. We thank you. We remember you. God Bless America! … [Read more...]
Omega-3s May Help Patients with Fatty Liver
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) occurs when fat accumulates in the liver from causes other than excessive alcohol consumption. The current research suggests that, due to their anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, omega-3 fatty … [Read more...]
Type 1 Diabetics Often Not Aware of Low Blood Sugar Episodes
Seniors who suffer from type 1 diabetes appear to have trouble avoiding low blood sugar. In this study, researchers monitored 203 type 1 diabetics over the age of 60 and observed that participants spent an average of 72 minutes a day with blood sugar … [Read more...]
Smiling Can Boost Your Mood
Following a review of data from 14 studies published in the last fifty years, researchers conclude that smiling can make people feel happier, scowling can evoke angrier feelings, and frowning can result in the sensation of sadness. Lead researcher … [Read more...]