Know Before You Go: Pertussis Vaccine Covered Under Part D Only

Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory disease. It is caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. Pertussis is known for uncontrollable, violent coughing which often makes it hard to breathe. After fits of many coughs, someone with pertussis often needs to take deep breathes which result in a "whooping" sound. Pertussis most commonly affects infants and young children and can be fatal, especially in babies less than 1 year of age. On April 3, a whooping cough epidemic was declared for Washington State. Due to this, many are visiting their healthcare prov[..]
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On 05.10.12 | in Health &Wellness | 0 Comments |
 

Exercising as You Age: Try Isometric

Isometric exercises are activities where you squeeze or contract your muscles without moving your limbs. They are a great, low-impact way to strengthen your body. These exercises (like yoga or Tai Chi) strengthen your muscles by using only the weight of your body. If done regularly, these exercises can provide benefits that include toning and strengthening your muscles, lowering cholesterol levels, helping you loose weight, improving bone density and preventing bone loss. Seniors often find this type of exercise useful, since an isometric exercise routine can be tailored to any level of fitne[..]
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On 07.25.11 | in Health &Wellness | 0 Comments |
 

Understanding MyPlate, the Replacement for the Food Pyramid

One of the most recognizable symbols of nutrition over the last 19 years has been the MyPyramid food pyramid, produced by the department of agriculture in 1992. However on June 2nd, First Lady Michelle Obama and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack released a new icon of a healthy balanced diet: MyPlate. The MyPlate icon emphasizes the proper proportions of fruit, vegetable, grains, protein and dairy in your daily diet. The guidelines suggest that one half of the dinner plate should be dedicated to fruits and vegetables, the other to grains and protein, plus a glass of low-fat milk with your meal[..]
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On 06.15.11 | in Health &Wellness | 0 Comments |