Kids with Sleep Problems Face Risk of Hypertension

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Snoring occurs when your muscles relax and block your airway during sleep. Although the risk increases with age, children and even infants aren’t immune. Because kids’ breath is faster and shallower than adults’, apnea can cause a harmful buildup of carbon dioxide in their bloodstream.

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Three Exercises to Wake Up Sleepy Glutes

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Thanks to technology, modern life involves a lot of sitting—and many of us have done more of that since the pandemic began than ever before. Sitting for long stretches can reduce the activation of your gluteal muscles. Over time, they atrophy and weaken.

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Medical Experts Advise Starting Colorectal Cancer Screenings at Age 45

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Most cancer screening tests, like those for breast and prostate cancer, help healthcare providers find and treat the disease early. Some tests for colorectal cancer, including colonoscopies, go farther. They can actually remove abnormal growths in your colon and rectum. These tests don’t just spot cancer, they may prevent it.

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The Powerful Benefits of Taking Vacations

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Vacationing offers a respite from the daily grind. Despite the perks, many people pass. Of more than three-fourths of Americans who have paid vacation days, fewer than half use them. Find out how to make the most of your break.

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What is the difference between a screening and diagnostic mammogram?

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Breast care is extremely important to your overall health and wellbeing. One of the best tools in breast health is imaging. Imaging can come in many different forms: mammograms, MRI and ultrasound. Learn about the difference between a screening mammogram and a diagnostic mammogram.

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