Colorectal Cancer

Testing Saves Lives Colorectal cancer is cancer that starts in the colon or rectum.  The colon and the rectum are parts of the large intestine, which is the lower part of the body’s digestive system.  During disgestion, food moves through the stomach and small...

Family Safety Update

Build a Basic Emergency Supply Kit You probably already have a first-aid kit in your home (and you should keep one in your car, as well).  But have you created a basic emergency supply kit for your family?  The Federal Emergency Management Agency suggests stocking...

Did You Know?

Eating Right for Healthier Kidneys According to the National Kidney Foundation, one in three Americans is at risk for developing kidney disease and approximately 26 million Americans have the disease.  If you have chronic kidney disease, what you eat and drink can...

Your Skin

It’s Been a Long, Dry Winter – Here’s Help Many older people suffer from dry spots on their skin, often on their lower legs, elbows and lower arms.  Dry-skin patches feel rough and scaly.  There are many possible reasons for dry skin, such as: Not drinking enough...

Share Your Love

Help Lower Your Family’s Heart-Disease Risk with These Tips Want to serve your family meals that will leave them satisfied while also helping to protect them from heart disease and stroke? Limit these ingredients to items considered special treats. Saturated fats....