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April 2015

4/30

Health Care

Why Do I Bruise So Easily?

Have you ever found a bruise on your body and wondered how it got there? Here, we share reasons some people may bruise more easily than others.

4/30

Health Care

Junk Food: A Not-So-Pretty Perspective

You sat down to eat a few bites of ice cream and before you knew it, the whole pint was gone. Do you think a little extra exercise will negate what you ate? Think again.

4/29

Health Care

Whole30 Unpeeled

Pros and cons of low-carb diets such as Whole30.

4/28

Health Care

Blisters & Socks: Is There a Connection?

Getting blisters while trying to walk your way to better health? Check out these blister hacks to condition your feet for the fast lane.

4/28

Health Care

Top 5 Sports for Kids with Autism

Kids who have autism often struggle with organized team sports because of communication and social difficulties. But these five sports tend to be winners.

4/28

Health Care

Electronic Cigarettes Don’t Appear to Help Smokers Quit

Some people who use e-cigarettes think the device helps them quit smoking, but they may be just substituting one bad habit for another.

4/27

Health Care

Baby Spacing: Many Women Don’t Wait Long Enough Between Pregnancies

Doctors advise women to wait at least 18 months between pregnancies to reduce the risk of complications, but nearly one in three women don’t wait that long.

4/24

Health Care

Fast and Kid-Friendly Dinner Recipes

Planning an evening out? Need to feed your children before you go? Skip frozen pizzas and TV dinners and try one of these quick and easy recipes.

4/23

Health Care

Not Sweet: Too Much Iced Tea Causes Kidney Failure

Anything in excess can be harmful, even tea. An Arkansas man who drank a gallon of iced tea daily ended up in the hospital.

4/23

Health Care

How Good Is Your Gym Hygiene?

While the gym is a great place to get fit and have fun, it can be a hotbed for disease and germs. Here's how to protect yourself.

4/22

Health Care

Are Beards Good or Bad for Men’s Health?

There’s no question beards are in. A recent news story that went viral warned that beards might cause health problems, but a Utah dermatologist disagrees.

4/22

Health Care

Pack Essentials for Day Hikers

Even if you're hiking close to home, the adventure could take an unexpected turn. Make sure you take these items with you.

4/21

Health Care

A Closer Look at Male Infertility

Nearly 15% of couples are infertile. But it’s not just a women’s issue. Both genders can have problems that affect fertility. Here are some stats and facts on the male side.

4/21

Health Care

Gonorrhea Cases Surging in Utah

The sexually transmitted disease is skyrocketing in the state, particularly among women who may not show any symptoms.

4/20

Health Care

What Your Shoes Bring Home

As parents, we do our best to protect our kids against the spread of germs and disease. But when family members or friends wear their shoes indoors, they may be tracking in more than dirt.

4/20

Education, Health Care

Candy Crushed: Can You Injure Yourself With a Video Game?

Could Candy Crush be hazardous to your hands? This week JAMA Internal Medicine presented a case study involving a 29-year old man who ruptured the tendon in his hand apparently from playing the game between six and eight...

4/20

Health Care

Mind Blown: More People Experience ‘Exploding Head Syndrome’ Than Thought

People who experience exploding head syndrome feel they’ve been awakened by a loud noise such as a thunderclap or a slammed door.

4/20

Health Care

Should You Give Your Child a Sip of Alcohol?

Some parents call it the “European model.” But letting kids sip alcohol may have the opposite effect of what you intended.

4/15

Health Care, Research

Don't Let Tax Day Be the Death of You

Statistics show an increase in fatal car crashes around the time of Tax Day, due to increased stress levels among drivers.

4/08

Health Care

5 Tactics to Slim Down at Work

When sweets lurk in every corner of the break room and going out for lunch is the norm, it can be easy to pack on the pounds at the office. Here are five healthy habits to combat weight gain at work.

4/07

Education

Your Dentist Can Save Your Life

When you go to the dentist you are probably most concerned about whether you will have any cavities. Your dentist is looking for something other than tooth decay though; they are also looking for signs of cancer.

4/06

Education

Skew Right: From a Diagnosis Comes Determination

John Morris is living with pancreatic cancer. He is one of the few. He wants to change that.

4/06

Education

Be a Man, Do a Self-Exam

There is nothing funny about testicular cancer. While testicular cancer accounts for just one percent of all cancers in males, it is the most common form of cancer in men ages 15 to 35.

4/03

Health Care

Gardening for Good Health

If you’re planning a garden this year, it’s time to start planting. Here are some tips to get the most health benefits out of your garden, plus a few precautions before you dig in.

4/03

Health Care

MIND What You Eat: Mediterranean-Style Diet May Lower Alzheimer’s Risk

Could eating more blueberries and less red meat help prevent Alzheimer’s disease? The developers of the new MIND diet think so.

4/01

Health Care

Counting Calories: How Many Are You Really Burning a Day?

Your treadmill is lying to you! Actually, don't blame your equipment for an inaccurate calorie count, but find out how calories are really measured!

4/01

Health Care

How to Spring-Clean for Better Health

Spring is in the air. It’s a time for new beginnings and also the perfect time to give your home a thorough spring-cleaning. Use this checklist to reduce allergens and germs, and keep your family healthy at home.

4/01

Health Care

5 Reasons to Add Eggs to the Menu

Over the years, eggs have gotten a bad rap. Not anymore! Take a look at these health benefits of eggs.

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