LIVING WELL WITH ARTHRITIS

Movement is Key Arthritis is made up of more than 100 different rheumatic diseases and conditions, the most common of which is osteoarthritis.  Other common forms include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, fibromyalgia and gout.  Common symptoms include pain, aching,...

Senior Health Update

Personal-Safety Tips for Older Adults You don’t necessarily need physical strength, agility, speed or expensive security devices to help protect yourself and your home.  You do need to be alert, cautious and confident. Keep doors and windows locked.  Install...

Your Child’s Eyes

Protect Kids from Digital Eye Strain According to the American Optometric Association, 83% of children between the ages of 10 and 17 estimate that they use an electronic device for three or more hours each day. Children often report experiencing burning, itchy or...

Your Child’s Feet

How to Select Kids’ Shoes It’s back-to-school time, and that may mean it’s time for shoe shopping.  Children over 3 years of age experience increases of about one half a foot size every four to six months.  Style and shoe fit are important for school-age children.  At...

Summer Safety Update

Good News in Bug-Bite Protection Are you concerned about exposure to the ingredients in some bug repellents?  Consumer Reports has good news.  Their recent tests found the more effective bug repellents were also among the safer choices. For the first time ever in...