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Article source: http://www.heraldsun.com.au/lifestyle/health-fitness/easy-winter-health-tips/story-fni0dgux-1226646402496

As the Victoria Day weekend arrives, Connect Hearing makes Canadians aware of the risks of summer activity.

WireService.ca Press Release – VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA – 05/18/2013 – With the Victoria Day long weekend nearing and many Canadians enjoying warm weather, Connect Hearing is releasing its list of Top 10 Hearing Health Tips for Summer.

“Hearing loss affects more than 3 million Canadians. Statistics show that hearing loss is also affecting younger and younger Canadians, because of the excessive noise levels many of us encounter on a daily basis. With construction and outdoor activities picking up, the time to take precautions is now,” says MJ DeSousa, Connect Hearing’s Director of Professional Practice. “Although May is Better Hearing and Speech Month, Connect Hearing wants to raise awareness of hearing health throughout the year, which is why we have come up with our Top 10 Hearing Health Tips for Summer.”

Here are those suggestions to protect your hearing health in the coming months.

1. Ear Protection for Victoria Day fireworks

The celebratory blasts are candy for the eyes but can be aches for the ears. Be sure to carry earplugs or noise-dampening headphones when taking in the festivities.

2. Weed Out Bad Habits in the Garden

Gardening is a big activity at this time of year in Canada and power tools are one of the most prevalent devices. They’re also hazards to hearing health. Whether they are weed whackers or lawnmowers, be sure to wear proper ear protection when using them.

3. Beware Stanley Cup Fever

Although the Ottawa Senators are the only Canadian team remaining in the NHL playoffs, Canadians from across the country often gather at sports bars at this time of year to see the chase for the Stanley Cup. Take a long a set of earplugs to be sure you’re not shut out of the sounds you love in the future.

4. Music Matters

Summer music festivals and concert tours swing into full effect as the weather heats up. That means sweet sounds but also stress for the ears. Take precautions before you head to the venue. These include carrying earplugs and noise-dampening headphones, as well as avoiding standing next to the loud speakers at the side of the stage.

5. Avoid Construction

Construction noise ramps up during the warm weather and you should be aware of where the most building activity is in your city. If you walk to work, take routes that circumvent the noisiest parts of the city.

6. Watch Out When You Golf

Golfers should be aware that the titanium ping their drivers create when they tee off is a boom that can damage their hearing. Proper protection for their ears is necessary when striking the ball.

7. Wear a Helmet

Head injuries, such as concussions, are more likely to occur in the summer because Canadians are more active, playing sports and cycling. Be sure to wear a helmet if you’re cycling, and to get your hearing checked if you should get in an accident. 8. Keep Your Distance The great Canadian road trip can lead to some aggravating encounters with loud noises, whether they be trucks or motorcycles. In such circumstances, it’s best to keep a safe distance, both for your vehicle’s safety and your own hearing health.

9. Boat with Care

Boating is an activity that is one of the most enjoyable in summer. However, it is also a dangerous one for the ears, as motors can often exceed the threshold of acceptable noise levels. Remain cautious and cover your ears when the boat is in high gear.

10. Check Your Hearing Health

Connect Hearing offers complimentary hearing tests at its 112 clinics across the country. It is the surest way to make sure you remain connected to the sounds you love.

For more information about Connect Hearing and to learn about its complimentary hearing tests across Canada, visit www.connecthearing.ca.

About Connect Hearing

With 112 clinics across Canada, Connect Hearing is Canada’s largest network of hearing professionals. Community involvement, including the provision of complimentary hearing screenings, is at the core of Connect Hearing’s practices, which allow people to stay connected to the sounds that bring joy to their lives. Since 2010, Connect Hearing has annually been named one of “The Best Workplaces in Canada” in a survey of employees from companies around the nation. For more information or to find the Connect Hearing clinic closest to you, visit www.connecthearing.ca.

Media Contact:
Deb Morse, Elevation PR
Phone: 250.658.8104

Email: deb@elevationpr.com

Twitter: ;@Connect_Hearing

Facebook: ConnectHearingCanada

Article source: http://www.wireservice.ca/index.php?module=News&func=display&sid=10388

As the Victoria Day weekend arrives, Connect Hearing makes Canadians aware of the risks of summer activity.

WireService.ca Press Release – VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA – 05/18/2013 – With the Victoria Day long weekend nearing and many Canadians enjoying warm weather, Connect Hearing is releasing its list of Top 10 Hearing Health Tips for Summer.

“Hearing loss affects more than 3 million Canadians. Statistics show that hearing loss is also affecting younger and younger Canadians, because of the excessive noise levels many of us encounter on a daily basis. With construction and outdoor activities picking up, the time to take precautions is now,” says MJ DeSousa, Connect Hearing’s Director of Professional Practice. “Although May is Better Hearing and Speech Month, Connect Hearing wants to raise awareness of hearing health throughout the year, which is why we have come up with our Top 10 Hearing Health Tips for Summer.”

Here are those suggestions to protect your hearing health in the coming months.

1. Ear Protection for Victoria Day fireworks

The celebratory blasts are candy for the eyes but can be aches for the ears. Be sure to carry earplugs or noise-dampening headphones when taking in the festivities.

2. Weed Out Bad Habits in the Garden

Gardening is a big activity at this time of year in Canada and power tools are one of the most prevalent devices. They’re also hazards to hearing health. Whether they are weed whackers or lawnmowers, be sure to wear proper ear protection when using them.

3. Beware Stanley Cup Fever

Although the Ottawa Senators are the only Canadian team remaining in the NHL playoffs, Canadians from across the country often gather at sports bars at this time of year to see the chase for the Stanley Cup. Take a long a set of earplugs to be sure you’re not shut out of the sounds you love in the future.

4. Music Matters

Summer music festivals and concert tours swing into full effect as the weather heats up. That means sweet sounds but also stress for the ears. Take precautions before you head to the venue. These include carrying earplugs and noise-dampening headphones, as well as avoiding standing next to the loud speakers at the side of the stage.

5. Avoid Construction

Construction noise ramps up during the warm weather and you should be aware of where the most building activity is in your city. If you walk to work, take routes that circumvent the noisiest parts of the city.

6. Watch Out When You Golf

Golfers should be aware that the titanium ping their drivers create when they tee off is a boom that can damage their hearing. Proper protection for their ears is necessary when striking the ball.

7. Wear a Helmet

Head injuries, such as concussions, are more likely to occur in the summer because Canadians are more active, playing sports and cycling. Be sure to wear a helmet if you’re cycling, and to get your hearing checked if you should get in an accident. 8. Keep Your Distance The great Canadian road trip can lead to some aggravating encounters with loud noises, whether they be trucks or motorcycles. In such circumstances, it’s best to keep a safe distance, both for your vehicle’s safety and your own hearing health.

9. Boat with Care

Boating is an activity that is one of the most enjoyable in summer. However, it is also a dangerous one for the ears, as motors can often exceed the threshold of acceptable noise levels. Remain cautious and cover your ears when the boat is in high gear.

10. Check Your Hearing Health

Connect Hearing offers complimentary hearing tests at its 112 clinics across the country. It is the surest way to make sure you remain connected to the sounds you love.

For more information about Connect Hearing and to learn about its complimentary hearing tests across Canada, visit www.connecthearing.ca.

About Connect Hearing

With 112 clinics across Canada, Connect Hearing is Canada’s largest network of hearing professionals. Community involvement, including the provision of complimentary hearing screenings, is at the core of Connect Hearing’s practices, which allow people to stay connected to the sounds that bring joy to their lives. Since 2010, Connect Hearing has annually been named one of “The Best Workplaces in Canada” in a survey of employees from companies around the nation. For more information or to find the Connect Hearing clinic closest to you, visit www.connecthearing.ca.

Media Contact:
Deb Morse, Elevation PR
Phone: 250.658.8104

Email: deb@elevationpr.com

Twitter: ;@Connect_Hearing

Facebook: ConnectHearingCanada

Article source: http://www.wireservice.ca/index.php?module=News&func=display&sid=10388

The email was only sent to those in the area that the health department believed were exposed to the disease.

The release said the main hope for educating people about prevention of whooping cough, also known as pertussis, was to keep individuals at high risk of complications from the disease protected and to break the chain of the disease throughout the community.

Included in the release were several tips to help carry out the department’s objectives.

People of all ages are advised by the health department to call their physician if they are experiencing any of the following symptoms:

• Unusual cough lasting 7 days or more (with or without the signature “whooping” sound)
• Sporadic bursts of coughing
• Coughing-induced vomitting

Regardless of whether individuals have received a whooping cough vaccination, anyone who has come into close contact — which includes face-to-face exposure, being within three feet of a known case of pertussis, or direct contact with their respiratory, oral or nasal secretions — is encouraged to be put on antibiotics to treat a possible case of the disease.

The health department is also suggesting antibiotics for individuals in the following categories:

• All children sharing a childcare classroom with a preschool child who has pertussis
• Anyone sharing a classroom or work space with someone with the disease
• Infants less than 1 year old
• Pregnant women
• People living with or working with infants and pregnant women
• Immune-compromised people (those on chemotherapy or other drugs that affect one’s immune system)
• Anyone with a chronic respiratory disease, including asthma

Anyone experiencing cold-like respiratory symptoms and have been exposed to a person with pertussis are advised to stay home from school and work until they have completed at least five days of antibiotics.

The health department also recommends parents and faculty review the immunization status of all students and staff and remember that no vaccine is 100 percent effective, and those vaccinated are still susceptible to modified forms of the disease.

Article source: http://www.annarbor.com/news/washtenaw-county-health-departments-issues-whooping-cough-prevention-tips-after-possible-student-exp/

If you have a smartphone, you’re armed and ready to find healthy food anywhere. Whether it’s avoiding pesticides, ridding your pantry of GMOs or finding a restaurant that caters to your gluten intolerance, there’s an app for that. See how these three picks by Prevention magazine, published by Rodale, can take the stress out of modern-day food foraging.

PICK THE BEST PRODUCE WITH ‘HARVEST’

1 The Harvest app features a database of produce, from acorn squash to zucchini, offering tips on how to determine ripeness, peak season or if high in pesticide residue. ($2; iPhone).

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DEMYSTIFY PACKAGED FOODS WITH ‘FOODUCATE’

2 Use the built-in bar-code scanner with Fooducate to see the health rating, from A to D, of almost any food. Scroll down to find out if the food has important nutrients or contains sketchy additives like high fructose corn syrup, MSG or trans fats. (free; Android and iPhone)

EAT HEALTHY ANYWHERE WITH ‘HEALTHYOUT’

3 Enter your dietary restrictions or even a specific diet (such as South Beach, Paleo or gluten-free) and this app uses your location to suggest specific dishes at nearby restaurants. It will even advise you on making special requests, such as holding the wonton strips on your Asian salad so that it’s gluten free. (free; iPhone)

Info: visit http://www.prevention.com.

Article source: http://www.mcall.com/health/mc-top-3-health-tips-healthy-eating-0518-20130517,0,3319225.story

Kate Winslet and Patrick Wilson lustfully lounging with their toddlers by the community pool in Little Children may have seemed like the height of chaste extramarital foreplay, but it’s about to seem wayyyy less sexy. You have been warned.

Just days after we learned that our purse handles are a hotbed of germs, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has found genetic material from E.coli bacteria in no less than 58 percent of 161 public pools they tested last summer in Atlanta. Not only does this prove that “swimmers frequently [introduce] fecal material into pools,” but also that many people don’t shower before taking a dip, according to Live Science.


As if this wasn’t enough for you to take your summer swimming business elsewhere, researchers also found Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a bacteria that can cause skin rashes and ear infections, in 59 percent of pools. With this in mind, I shudder to think of what kind of contaminants could be floating in New York’s public pools: The hep? Bubonic plague? A Fraggle in an inner tube?

There are really only two solutions for summer 2013: 1) Get your own pool. 2) Date a guy with his own pool. Game on. You’re gonna need somewhere to show off that bikini-clad badonkadonk.

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Article source: http://www.cosmopolitan.com/celebrity/news/public-pools-e-coli-summer-2013

While children long for the lazy carefree days of summer, many adults view the season as a reason to be active and get healthy. Whether it’s to look good for an upcoming beach vacation or simply to have the energy to enjoy the season to the fullest, setting health goals is a great first step.

Go outdoors

The weather is nice, so why not take your workout routine outdoors? So many outdoor activities are natural calorie-burners, plus they’re a lot of fun. Ride bikes on the weekend, run around and play tag with your kids, or play fetch with the dog. Infuse your social activities with fitness, too. For example, finish a date night with a romantic walk outside, or have friends over for an outdoor barbecue and dance party.

Lighten meals

Light foods pair well with warmer weather, so take a fresh approach to meal time. Visit your local farmers market to pick up fresh, seasonal food and get creative in the kitchen. Incorporate water-based fruits like watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew and pineapple into meals. For dessert, freeze grapes for a sweet treat after dinner.

Drink up

Stay hydrated by stocking the fridge with healthy drink options. A big pitcher of cold water with slices of strawberries, cucumbers and lime is a refreshing drink that’s readily available. This low-calorie drink quenches on even the hottest days.

Rise and shine

Get some fresh air first thing in the morning; it will keep you energized all day long. Take a quick walk or practice yoga outside — try it during sunrise for a great way to start your day. You’ll be surprised with how cheery and upbeat you’ll feel.

Green your thumb

Gardening is a great way to enjoy the warm weather, plus you burn calories without even knowing it. Try planting your own herb garden. It’s a simple activity you can even do with your kids. Plus, you will have quick access to fresh herbs when you want to add a healthy flavor boost to your dishes.

Try new activities

Warm weather is the perfect time to try something new. Take tennis or golf lessons, or meet friends on a weekly basis to play a different sport. Hit the sand with the family and try some beach body Pilates; do a few crunches on your towel, try some planks in the sand, and even some crab walks. Don’t forget sunscreen and sunglasses to protect your skin and eyes.

– Brandpoint

New Research

A study has found that eating walnuts and walnut oil may have health benefits beyond the known benefits of lowering cholesterol. Researchers, from Penn State, Tufts University and University of Pennsylvania, found that people who ingested whole walnuts and walnut oil not only had lower cholesterol, but also had increased blood vessel function and their “good cholesterol,” or HDL, was able to remove excess cholesterol from the body more quickly.

– MedicalNewsToday.com

Health Tip

You might as well call this exercise the “tank top toner.” Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding weights down in front of your thighs with your palms facing you. Keeping your elbows slightly bent, raise your arms up in front of you until they are parallel to the floor. Don’t shrug. Keep your shoulders relaxed and don’t raise your arms above shoulder level. Lower back to starting position and repeat.

– Life Fitness

Number to Know

5: The CDC recommends that health care providers check their patients’ cholesterol levels at least once every five years.

Children’s Health

Schools should be prepared to manage life-threatening allergies and to respond should anaphylaxis occur. Here are some tips to help schools be better prepared for anaphylaxis:

Students with known potentially life-threatening allergies should have an anaphylaxis action plan on file that includes the following:

- Avoiding known allergens
- Recognizing the symptoms
- Always having access to two epinepherine auto-injectors
- Seeking immediate emergency medical care

A survey conducted in 109 Massachusetts school districts from 2001 to 2003 evaluating the use of epinephrine for anaphylaxis management in schools found that 24 percent of anaphylactic reactions occurred in individuals who were not known by school personnel to have a prior history of life-threatening allergies.

Similar to individual anaphylaxis action plans, school staff and members of the school community should:

Be aware of triggers: Food allergies are the most common triggers, including peanuts, tree nuts, cow’s milk, wheat, shellfish and eggs. Other common triggers include bee/insect stings and latex. Triggers should be avoided whenever possible.

Know the signs and symptoms: These may include trouble breathing, chest pain, skin hives or redness of the skin, tightness in the throat, swelling of the lips and/or tongue, nausea, dizziness, a decrease in blood pressure, and/or fainting. Anaphylaxis symptoms may progress rapidly and become life-threatening, requiring prompt recognition and treatment initiation.

Have access to two epinephrine auto-injectors on site and know how to use them. School representatives can access information about the program at EpiPen4Schools.com.

Know how to seek immediate medical attention: Emergency medical services may vary by school or location but should be contacted immediately. In many places this includes calling 911.

– Brandpoint

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Article source: http://www.wickedlocal.com/burlington/news/lifestyle/health/x1379221202/Health-Watch-Fitness-tips-for-a-healthy-summer

The Bay Area Media Mission (BAMM)-KDYA 1190AM, The Post News Group, and The Richmond Main Street Initiative (RMSI)-are presenting May as Mother’s Month and offering healthy tips for breast cancer prevention.
Studies have shown that lifestyle changes decrease the risk of breast cancer even in women with higher risks. Steps that you can take to lower your risks are:
Limit your alcohol-consuming high levels of alcohol puts you at a greater risk of developing breast cancer. Limit yourself to no more than one drink per day.
Do not smoke-accumulating evidence suggests a link between smoking and risks of breast cancer. Additionally, not smoking is one of the best things you can do for your overall health.
Control your weight-being overweight or obese increases the risk of breast cancer.
Be physically active-the Department of Health and Human Services recommends at least 20 minutes a day of moderate aerobic activity.
Program sponsor RMSI highlights the importance of making healthy choices by offering fresh fruit and vegetables at the Farmer’s Stand in downtown Richmond every First Friday of the month. Also, look for The Farmer’s Market every Wednesday now through October 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in downtown Richmond.
For more information, contact The Richmond Main Street Initiative at (510) 236-4050.

Article source: http://www.postnewsgroup.com/publishedcontent/2013/05/17/health-tips-for-mothers-month/

It’s easy to forget about taking care of your health when there are deadlines to meet, kids to fetch and carry and a lengthy list of things to get done around the house.

Here are four useful reminders of how you can stay healthy and keep up with the daily demands – particularly when you’re giving your body the right stuff to cope with stress.

An apple a day keeps the doctor away

It certainly has its benefits. Aside from having a good dose of Vitamin C, apples offer other nutrients that will help your body fight the signs of stress. It has a soluble fibre call pectic which helps keep blood pressure where it should be and lowers the levels of bad LDL cholesterol and boron which keeps your bones strong and your brain healthy.

Buchu oil can also help you stay in tiptop shape as it contains the potent antioxidants quercitin, rutin, hesperidin, diosmin (bio-flavonoids), diosphenol and Vitamins A, B, and E. 

You can get capsules of buchu oil from Buchu Life which they recommend you take daily – especially if you struggle with painful joints. These Joint Health Capsules are also rich in Calcium and Iron – these compounds have been shown to reduce pain and inflammation in chronic conditions and continual use of the capsules will aid in the maintenance of joint health.

30 minutes of exercise per day

You don’t necessarily have to go to the gym to get the recommended 30 minutes of exercise every day. What is more important is making physical activity a normal part of your lifestyle. We all rush home after work to cook dinner but make time to either go for a brisk walk with your dog or partner (this is a great time to also catch up on the day), play hide and seek with the kids, work in your garden, mow the lawn – any physical activity will offer great benefits to both your health and well-being.

Drink at least eight glasses of water per day

Water is essential for good health.  An easy way to assist you in meeting your recommended daily water intake, whilst also maintaining a healthy digestive tract, is to stock up on a delicious, low-kilojoule (15kJ per 250ml) alternative – BuchuLife Sparkling Herbal Water.

BuchuLife Sparkling Herbal Water contains no sugar, artificial-sweeteners, colourants or preservatives. It is also jam-packed with vitamins and antioxidants which fight inflammation and the free radicals that cause aging. Buchulife Sparkling Herbal Waters are essential for optimal hydration and well-being.

Find something to laugh about

Laughing plays a huge role in our happiness and can affect our bodies mentally and physically. The endorphins released when laughing acts as a natural mood enhancer and even an energy booster. Make sure to find something to laugh about every day to give your feel-good hormones a boost!

Article source: http://lifestyle.iafrica.com/wellness/859735.html

FARGO, N.D. (AP) – Exercise specialists have some advice to runners in this weekend’s Fargo Marathon. Topping the list? Just keep moving.

Sanford Health experts tell KLVY-TV that post-race recovery is just as important as the preparation that’s already gone into readying for the annual marathon (http://bit.ly/10PNYvG ).

Experts’ top three tips are to keep moving to safely cool down, stay hydrated and consume protein.

Also, they say that runners should make sure to stretch and lightly work out for a few days after the run to help keep the body limber.

More than 14,000 people are expected to participate in the marathon, half-marathon, 10K and marathon relay races on Saturday.

Information from: KVLY-TV, http://www.valleynewslive.tv

Copyright 2013 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Article source: http://www.valleynewslive.com/story/22261864/experts-offer-tips-for-fargo-marathon-runners