Westchester Health Tips

7th Heaven Mom Advocates Prescription Drug Safety

WHT — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 22:01:39 +0000

Easy-to-find medicines can be abused by anyone entering a home, especially teens and young adults. Catherine Hicks, 7th Heaven star and parent advocate, is working with Safeguard My Meds to teach Americans what they can do to help prevent prescription medicine abuse and potential addiction.

Get the Facts About Cataracts & Surgery

WHT — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 20:39:40 +0000

Cataracts affect nearly 22 million Americans age 40 and older. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have cataracts. However, more than 90 percent of the people who have cataract surgery regain useful vision.

How To Prevent Mouth Cancer

WHT — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 19:54:13 +0000

Holistic dentist and author of Great Teeth for Life Dr. Brian Halverson, shares his insights on how to reduce your chances of developing mouth cancer. Unfortunately, it is on the rise.

Wilderness Medicine: Beyond First Aid

WHT — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 19:07:12 +0000

Learn how to recognize, assess, and treat medical emergencies. Essential reading for anyone who must provide immediate care when access to a medical facility is difficult or impossible.

How To Make A Car Emergency Kit

WHT — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 13:17:03 +0000

Here are some essentials you should keep in your car at all times, and you can pack them into a bag or plastic container so they are all in one place

Make Your Menopausal Health A Priority

WHT — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 12:17:39 +0000

For some women, menopause is an easy transition into the next phase of their lives. However, for women experiencing moderate to severe symptoms, menopause can affect day-to-day activities.

Garlic Ginger Syrup Herbal Cough Remedy

WHT — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 12:04:19 +0000

Garlic ginger syrup is an herbal cough remedy. This cough home remedy would make use of cough herbs such as garlic and ginger. Watch this video and learn how to make this garlic remedy that is garlic ginger syrup.

How To Reverse Diabetes

WHT — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 06:24:45 +0000

Type-2 diabetes has been on the rise for the last 25 years, mainly due to poor dietary choices. Looking at the glycemic index of foods to determine how quickly foods become glucose in our systems, diet is a way to combat both obesity and a lifestyle disease like diabetes.

Bed Bugs: Unwelcome Hitchhikers

WHT — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 06:10:08 +0000

Your bed might seem like a respite after time spent away from home -- until you wake up covered in red, itchy bites. Unfortunately, this scenario is becoming more common; bed bugs are on the rise, and many travelers bring them home as unwanted souvenirs.

Medication Safety For Seniors

WHT — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 05:57:13 +0000

Studies show that up to 30 percent of hospital admissions of elderly patients are linked to harmful effects of medications and other related problems.

Six Signs A Senior Needs Living Assistance

WHT — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 05:41:03 +0000

Realizing that you need help or convincing someone else that they do is often more difficult than arranging long-term care. Look for these signs to help determine your elderly loved one’s needs and the best ways to meet them.

Keeping Children With Diabetes Safe At School

WHT — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 05:11:28 +0000

Diabetes affects about 200,000 children in the United States. Diabetes management is 24/7 for children and parents dealing with the disease; diabetes doesn’t take a break during school hours.

Make Sure You’re Seeing Eye-To-Eye About Your Children’s Vision

WHT — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 04:59:11 +0000

Today there are vision correction options to meet every child’s need, so take the time to schedule a visit to your eye care practitioner to see which option works best for your child.

Signs & Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

WHT — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 04:05:30 +0000

The signs and symptoms of IBS can be many and different for each person. One person may have just one sign or symptom of IBS and another may have many more signs and symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. This video explain the common signs and symptoms and details an all natural treatment plan to help you eliminate them.

Eleuthero Root or Siberian Ginseng

WHT — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 06:08:06 +0000

Learn about some of the many key benefits of eleuthero root, previously known as Siberian ginseng, an adaptogen and no longer classified as a form of ginseng, hence its name change.

Symptoms of Thyroid Problems

WHT — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 06:01:10 +0000

Thyroid problems symptoms can be confusing. This video explains thyroid problems symptoms and an all-natural treatment plan.

Depression, Diet & Herbs

WHT — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 05:51:26 +0000

Depression is a difficult condition. Dr. Dahlman explains how diet may affect mild to moderate depression as well as an herb that may help.

Breast Cancer Treatment and Your Immune System

WHT — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 05:39:01 +0000

Breast cancer treatment begins with supporting your immune system.

Arnica: How to Use Arnica Montana For Bruises & Varicose Veins

WHT — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 04:05:38 +0000

Learn how to use arnica montana in salves and oils as a varicose vein remedy and a great for treatment for bruises and swelling.

Are You Covered For Disability?

WHT — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:14:16 +0000

Many people discount the idea of disability insurance -- they feel healthy and don't expect to miss work as a result of illness or injury. But disability does happen with more frequency than workers think.