CLEVELAND – According to a new Cleveland Clinic survey, almost 75 percent of Americans are worried about their weight, and 65 percent are concerned that being overweight could lead to heart disease – but many choose to do nothing about it. “Doing nothing is going to shorten your life; it’s going to reduce the quality of … Read More
Daily Health Stories
Cancer and Alternative Therapies: What You Need to Know
CLEVELAND – Cancer therapies have evolved in recent years, and the number of options can seem overwhelming to a person who’s been newly diagnosed. According to Dale Shepard, M.D., Ph.D., of Cleveland Clinic, when faced with a cancer diagnosis, the first thing to do is have an honest and open conversation with an oncologist. “I … Read More
Study: Are E-Cigarettes Creating More Teen Smokers?
CLEVELAND – According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), teen electronic cigarette use has sky-rocketed by an alarming rate – 78 percent – in the past year. Now, a new study looks to answer the question – ‘Are e-cigarettes increasing the odds for teens to start smoking?’ The study looked at 6,123 teenagers … Read More
Don’t Let the Groundhog’s Shadow Get You Down
CLEVELAND – As we inch closer to ‘Groundhog Day’, many of us will be crossing our fingers hoping the little guy doesn’t see his shadow, forecasting six more weeks of winter. According to Joseph Rock, PsyD, of Cleveland Clinic, for those who struggle with Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, depressive symptoms can actually begin in … Read More
Have Super Bowl Fun without Wrecking Your Diet
CLEVELAND – Whether you’re planning a bash of your own or you’re heading to a friend’s house to watch the big game, there’s one thing you can bet on – there will be plenty of food. But for those of us watching our diets, Super Bowl parties can put us in a bit of a … Read More
Stay Safe: Ask for Help during Cold Weather Snaps
CLEVELAND – Bitter cold temperatures can be miserable for most of us, but for the elderly, the cold can bring extra challenges. According to Ronan Factora, M.D., of Cleveland Clinic, for older people and those who have heart conditions, doing work that requires a great deal of effort, like shoveling snow, can put a lot … Read More
Study: Too Much Screen Time Harmful for Children’s Development
CLEVELAND – By now, most parents have heard that preschool age children shouldn’t have more than one hour of screen time each day. Now, a new study looks to see if excessive screen time during preschool years has an impact on a child’s development. The study looked at 2,441 children and their screen time use from … Read More
Study: Kids Who Do Sports Have Healthier Bones as Adults
CLEVELAND – Parents know that getting their kids involved in sports is a great way to promote healthy habits and prevent childhood obesity. But a recent study shows the benefit of playing sports as a child goes beyond keeping the pounds off. The study looked at 984 children – following them from age 5-17. “They did … Read More
Frigid Temps Can Spell Health Hazards
CLEVELAND – When temperatures take a dive into the teens and single digits, it can be really uncomfortable to go outside. But, according to Tom Waters, M.D., an emergency department physician at Cleveland Clinic, frigid temperatures can escalate into a dangerous situation quickly if we’re not prepared for the cold. One of the biggest threats … Read More
Seniors More Susceptible to Flu Complications
CLEVELAND – Flu-related complications, hospitalizations and deaths in adults are generally most common in people over age 65, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). According to Ronan Factora, M.D., a geriatric physician at Cleveland Clinic, older people may have a tough time with the flu because of changes that take place … Read More