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  • A Journey of Quality – Bonnie Onofre, MSN, RN, NEA-BC

    Looking back, Bonnie Onofre, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, can’t recall a time when she pictured herself becoming a teacher, lawyer or businesswoman — or in any other profession besides nursing. “For as long as I can remember, I wanted to be a nurse,” she says with a smile. “I can’t remember a specific time or event where I wanted to do anything different.”

  • Valentine’s Day? Make a Date … With Your Doctor

    Every year, couples celebrate their love for each other on Valentine’s Day by going out for an expensive dinner or sending a fancy bouquet of roses. But what could be more romantic than ensuring you are going to be with your loved one for a long time by using Valentine’s Day as a reminder to make a date to see your doctor?

  • Do I Have Adult Scoliosis?

    Think of the human spine as a building — a combination of bricks of bones with shock absorbers in between. As we age, the shock-absorbing discs randomly wear out. And once the spine starts to tilt, it’s difficult to correct. That’s why it’s important to know the signs of adult scoliosis and how to prevent or treat it. 

  • What to Avoid Eating and Doing When You’re Pregnant

    Before you order your favorite Greek pita wrap or freshen up your cat’s litter box, you might want to pause and reconsider. It’s well-known that pregnant women need to avoid alcohol and sushi, but what is not as widely understood is why those items, and others, are off-limits. Knowing what you should avoid can help you prevent serious infections and make healthy, lower-risk choices. 

  • Donating Blood? Here’s How to Prepare

    For the past 50 years, the American Red Cross has joined forces with hospitals and blood banks across the country to replenish our nation’s crucial blood supply. The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified the need. But before you schedule that appointment, you should make some tweaks in your diet.

  • Two Numbers Offer Clearer Picture of Your Child’s Health

    From the moment your child is born, each visit to the doctor will start off with height and weight measurements that will be used to track growth and monitor for potential health risks. Where your child falls within this doctor-recommended range can be useful, but are there better indicators of your child’s overall health? According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the answer is yes. 

  • Hereditary Cancer: When Should You Be Screened?

    Only 5 to 10 percent of all cancers are hereditary, but research reveals that family history can increase your chances of developing cancer. Factors that determine your risk include the type of cancer in your family, how old your relatives were when they were diagnosed, and whether other family members have the same type of cancer. If there is a hereditary form of cancer in your family, you might be at a high risk of developing the same type. 

  • Protecting Your Heart by Reducing Plaque

    Mention the word “plaque,” and your heart probably isn’t the first image that comes to mind. But as we age, the accumulation of plaque, or fatty deposits, in the arteries can be a silent threat to cardiovascular health. As plaque builds up, blood vessels get inflamed and then arteries thicken and narrow. This process, which can result in a lack of blood flow to the heart and cause chest pain, shortness of breath and fatigue, is known as atherosclerosis.

  • Hiking, Biking, Running: High Intensity Exercises for Heart Health

    Regular physical activity strengthens your muscles and joints, and it’s also key for heart health. Exercise helps your heart more efficiently pump blood and circulate oxygen, lowering your risk of cardiovascular conditions like heart failure and heart disease. 

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