Articles for Tag: "Advocate Health Care"

Running debate: Barefoot vs. shoes 
Running debate: Barefoot vs. shoes
Surprising new research shows the pros and cons of running barefoot versus with shoes. Find out which is better.
5 tips to keep your urinary system healthy 
5 tips to keep your urinary system healthy
Urinary health might not be at top of mind for many, but health experts say you can take steps now to avoid problems later.
Adult prescriptions in homes pose poison risk to kids, study finds 
Adult prescriptions in homes pose poison risk to kids, study finds
An increasing number of children are accidentally ingesting adult medications, new research shows.
Fight heartburn with weight loss 
Fight heartburn with weight loss
Experts say shedding extra pounds and adding exercise to your routine may lessen occurrences of heartburn.
Dementia could be tied to hearing loss 
Dementia could be tied to hearing loss
Seniors who have spent years straining to decipher sounds because of hearing loss may be at greater risk for developing dementia, researchers say.
Use your senses against waterborne germs  Featured
Use your senses against waterborne germs
A dip in the public pool or local swimming hole may seem harmless, but unknown germs could be waiting for you. Here’s what you should know.
Beware of new synthetic street drugs warn officials 
Beware of new synthetic street drugs warn officials
The Illinois Poison Center cautions about the growing popularity of a new class of designer drugs across the state.