Yeast Infection

What Every Woman Should Know Genital/vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is often called a “yeast infection.”  It occurs when there is overgrowth of the normal yeast in the vagina.  Nearly 75% of all adult women have had at least one yeast infection.  VVC occurs more...

Did You Know?

Halt the Salt for a Healthier Heart Most American adults (and children, too) are eating too much sodium.  In fact, we are eating an average of about 3,400 mg of sodium per day.  The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human...

Baby, It’s Cold Outside!

Exercise Safely in Winter with These Tips Almost everyone can exercise in a safe way during cold weather.  But if you have certain conditions, such as asthma or heart problems, check with your doctor before you work out in cold weather.  Your doctor can review any...

MEDICARE

Where and How to Get Your Benefits If you’re new to Medicare, here’s how to get started: Step 1: Sign Up. Contact the Medicare office at 1-800-MEDICARE or online through Medicare.gov. You’ll learn: When you’re eligible for Medicare; whether you’ll get Medicare Part A...

Happy and Healthy Holidays!

Have a Tasty Thanksgiving – with Less Salt Take a holiday trip to New Zealand this year and enjoy these delicious (and heart-healthy) Chocolate, Fruit and Nut Truffles, a holiday favorite there. Chocolate, Fruit and Nut Truffles ¼ cup nuts, chopped ¼ cup dried...