Are There Hidden Risks to Diet Soda?
It’s no secret that soda is not the healthiest option to quench our thirst, but many turn to diet soda thinking it is healthier than its original counterpart. Unfortunately, besides there being no research that
Staying Healthy at Any Age: A preventive screening guide
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” In the past several years, there has been a notable shift in U.S. health care priorities and insurance practices. Screenings play a pivotal role in
Don’t Let Heat Stroke Strike Your Family
Between tornadoes, flooding and severe storms, there are a number of significant weather events North Texans prepare for every year, but many neglect to prepare for the deadliest weather event in the nation: heat. That’s
Practical Ways Physical Therapists are Tackling Opioid Abuse
There’s nothing much worse than living with chronic pain, whether the cause is injury, disease or nerve damage. People who are hurting every day are often desperate to get relief, which can lead down a
Keep Your Family Safe at the Lake This Summer
For most people in North Texas, summer means the start of boating season and heading to the lake with friends and family. Water safety should be on everyone’s mind this season. In 2016,the U.S. Coast
Beat the Heat: Tips for Texas Runners
Training for a race in the dead of summer? Take time to acclimate your body to extreme heat. In summer, temperatures in Texas easily reach 100°F or higher during the day. Conditions can also be
SPOT Skin Cancer
The official first day of summer falls in June, which for many people means a lot of time outdoors. Although getting out during the warm weather provides its own health benefits, heading outdoors without the
Even Light, Short Bouts of Exercise Benefit Older Men
Upon reaching retirement, most American men look forward to tossing their alarm clocks and spending time traveling, gardening, golfing and playing with their grandkids. While there are a few among the older set who continue
Can You Prevent Stroke? Yes, Sir!
When it comes to avoiding stroke, the odds are in men’s favor. So why does stroke remain a serious threat to their health? As many as eight out of 10 strokes are preventable, according to
The ‘This is Us’ Widowmaker Heart Attack Explained
Whether you’re an avid fan or an innocent bystander to the hype, you probably know that the hit television show ‘This is Us’ finally revealed in its second season how the patriarch of the Pearson