
Simple tips that have an impact
Personal hygiene isn’t about just looking good. The effects of maintaining personal hygiene are myriad, and include reducing one’s susceptibility to infection and decreasing the risk for disease.

Personal hygiene isn’t about just looking good. The effects of maintaining personal hygiene are myriad, and include reducing one’s susceptibility to infection and decreasing the risk for disease.

The health benefits of regular exercise are undeniable, and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends 30 minutes of exercise at least five times per week.

Exercise plays a significant role in disease prevention. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

Our local hospital and medical centers have experts available who can help you create healthy eating habits.

While traveling more, losing weight and quitting bad habits are annually among some of the most popular New Year’s resolutions, the turn of the calendar does represent a perfect opportunity to better yourself in multiple ways.

Cold weather can take a real toll on your skin. Dry skin can lead to discomfort and, if neglected, can affect your skin’s elasticity and trigger outbreaks of irritated skin.

A new year is about to begin, bringing with it the New Year’s parties, the Rose Parade and the dreaded “new year, new me” resolutions.

Four in 10 adults in the U.S. have two or more chronic diseases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Sgt. First Class Scott Adams was sitting in his Humvee, driving through the city of Bayji in northern Iraq on Jan. 26, 2007, when his whole life changed. His sixth

If you’re among the millions of people in the United States who suffer from a chronic illness, you may use “sharps” to manage your medical condition at home or on the go.

Just like humans, pets don’t get overweight overnight. A growing number of pets are overweight and it might be time to start asking why. If your pet is struggling to

Holidays are filled with traditions, but when someone you used to share those moments with has died, managing grief during the holiday season can be particularly challenging.

While it takes years to harness the kind of technique and power seen on television and the movies, the Santa Clarita Valley offers several options for those hoping to get some exercise and learn martial arts.

Stroke is often thought of as something that happens to older people, but more people under 50 are having strokes due to increased risky behaviors, such as smoking and untreated high blood pressure.

Pain is a significant concern for many people. Estimates from the International Association for the Study of Pain suggest that one in five adults across the globe suffer from pain.

A cancer diagnosis is often scary and overwhelming. It takes an enormous emotional, physical and financial toll on those with the disease and with their family and friends.

Whether taking care of a parent, spouse, child, friend or neighbor, being a caregiver can take a toll. Carletta Cole knows this from experience as she took on the role

Some things in your medicine cabinet are more dangerous than others. When it comes to prescription drugs, opioid pain medicines can be addictive and even deadly.

People often use “flu” to describe a mild cold or illness, but there’s nothing mild about the flu. The timing of flu season is very unpredictable and can vary from season to season.

Women frequently notice changes in their bodies after pregnancy. Although many things can be modified through diet and exercise, some new moms may benefit from a little extra help.