Articles by "Lisa Parro"

Lisa Parro
Lisa Parro

Lisa Parro, health enews contributor, is a content manager for Advocate Health Care and Aurora Health Care. A former journalist, Lisa has been in health care public relations since 2008 and has a master’s degree in journalism from Northwestern University. She and her family live in Chicago’s western suburbs.

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Q & A: Tips to jumpstart your workout 
Q & A: Tips to jumpstart your workout
A personal trainer shares the best ways to get back into a routine.
3 steps to help improve cardiac arrest survival rate in the U.S. 
3 steps to help improve cardiac arrest survival rate in the U.S.
Learning CPR is among the tips recommended by doctors. Learn more in this infographic.
Double-dipping can be a recipe for disaster 
Double-dipping can be a recipe for disaster
Salsa, chocolate syrup and cheese dip were tested to find how easily bacteria can transfer from someone’s mouth to the communal bowl.
Exercising as a young adult improves heart health later in life  Featured
Exercising as a young adult improves heart health later in life
Working out in your twenties offers lasting cardiovascular benefits.
How sadness can affect what colors we see 
How sadness can affect what colors we see
A study shows that our mood can impact the way we perceive some colors.
Infographic: Give your Thanksgiving plate a makeover 
Infographic: Give your Thanksgiving plate a makeover
Here’s how to stay on track despite temptations at the table.
Are you at risk for injury by only working out on weekends? 
Are you at risk for injury by only working out on weekends?
A sports medicine physician provides helpful exercise tips for basketball, golf and tennis.