Category,
PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
Depression During Pregnancy
Expecting a baby brings mixed emotions. Moms-to-be may be excited, happy, and a bit nervous. But it’s not unusual to be depressed during pregnancy, too.
Osteoporosis Risk Assessment
Take the AssessmentOsteoporosis is a long-term (chronic) disease that slowly weakens bones until they break easily. It is caused by a combination of genetic and lifestyle factors. In some cases it may also be caused by medical conditions or medicines. Millions of Americans older than 50 have osteoporosis. Millions more have low bone mass, which puts them at risk for the disease. Osteoporosis mainly affects women. One in 2 U.S. women and 1 in 4 U.S. men older than 50 will have a broken bone at some point in their life because of osteoporosis. Use this tool to find out your risk of getting this disease.
Category,
SENIOR CARE
More Seniors Are Dying in Falls
Seniors are living longer independently — which also means they are more likely to die after a fall. Don’t let someone you love become a statistic.
Category,
PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
Can You Use Acupressure to Induce Labor?
Acupuncture is perfectly safe for inducing labor near the nine-month mark. The Chinese have also identified points to help relieve shoulder and low back pain.
Category,
SENIOR CARE
Brain Training Helps Keep Senior Brains Young
With practice, people in their 70s and 80s can develop the multitasking skills of 30-year-olds. Research shows brain training helps keep senior brains young.
Category,
PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
Early Pregnancy Discharge
When you are pregnant, it’s normal to note body changes, and some may spark concern. Early pregnancy discharge is common and often normal — but not always.
Category,
LEVEL OF CARE CHOICES
Nursing Home Complaints Are Rising
Tennessee and Georgia are falling behind in investigating nursing home complaints. Learn what you need to look for when choosing a home.
Category,
HEALTHY AGING
Get the New Shingles Vaccine
The new shingles vaccine prevents more than 90 percent of all cases of a common disease among the elderly that causes intense pain. Here’s what you should know.
Category,
END OF LIFE
Common Myths about Dying
Loved ones make it harder on themselves through incorrect beliefs.
Ovulation Date Calculator
A woman is able to become pregnant (fertile) only during a certain part of her monthly cycle. That is just before and during ovulation. By learning when you ovulate, you can predict when you’re likely to be fertile. This calculator gives approximate ovulation dates and fertile times for women who have regular periods. (Regular periods mean having a period every 21 to 35 days.) Fertility charting, basal temperature tracking, and purchased ovulation test kits can also be used to help predict a woman’s fertile times. These are especially useful if a woman has irregular periods.