The American Heart Association has labeled April as “Move More Month.” As Americans, we have a more sedentary lifestyle. We drive more, cook less, and have more fast food than any other country. For these reasons, sitting plays a significant role in many health problems, from heart disease and diabetes, to depression and obesity. The number one risk factor for…
BACKGROUND Coronavirus also known as COVID -19 was discovered in the 1960s- 7 coronaviruses have been identified. The first four are common in humans. The last three are more recent coronaviruses associated with more recent epidemics. The COVID-19 is the newest one and it originated in China and has quickly spread globally within a 2-month period. 1 229E (alpha coronavirus)…
What Is Colon Cancer? Colon cancers refer to cancers found in the rectum and large intestine. Most times, colon cancers start out as a small polyp and can found on routine colonoscopy. The polyp, if left undiscovered, will continue to grow silently until it becomes symptomatic. Cancer risks depend on polyp size and type. Facts • There will be an…
What Are Eating Disorders? Eating disorders are now categorized as a mental illness. It recognizes the fact that the distorted views of the body is an integral part of the diagnosis. While eating disorders can be treated, left untreated, the disorder can be fatal. Most times the disorder is underrecognized making it harder to intervene early enough to reverse it.…
Obesity is on the rise for all age groups in the United States. BMI greater than 40 is considered morbid obesity meaning life threatening. Identifying and treating this in the younger generation is important as most kids who are obese are less likely to win this battle as an adult. Morbid obesity is a serious health condition that can lead…
Every week is challenge to eat healthy! Eating at home accomplishes many goals: saving time, money and calories! The week night meal must be tasty, healthy and most importantly on the table in less than 30 minutes (preferrably 20 minutes). It doesn’t have to be from scratch! Semi home made counts. Sunday is great time to write a quick mini…
Cervical cancer has been on the decline over the past several decades. According to the CDC, recent statistics reveal that cervical cancer affects about 7.6 women our of every 100,000 per year in the state of Georgia. Pap smear tests have been incorporated in annual exams for many years, and therefore, playing an integral part in the decline of cervical…