Articles for Tag: "Advocate Health Care"

When good food makes you sick 
When good food makes you sick
Despite beefed up food safety laws, an increasing number of Americans are getting sick from tainted food.
Deaths from prescription drug overdose surge 
Deaths from prescription drug overdose surge
Deaths from prescription drug abuse on the rise for 11 straight years.
New group vows to dispel ‘myths’ of tanning dangers 
New group vows to dispel ‘myths’ of tanning dangers
A new organization of tanning salon owners has formed to dispel what they say is misinformation regarding the dangers of tanning beds.
One of America’s best diet plans is free—and online 
One of America’s best diet plans is free—and online
Popular diet programs like Jenny Craig and Weight Watchers now have some stiff competition, and it’s free.
Does Asperger’s cause violent behavior? 
Does Asperger’s cause violent behavior?
In the wake of Sandy Hook, an Advocate expert offers insights on Asperger’s syndrome and its link to violence.
Pope’s resignation not a surprise to gerontologists 
Pope’s resignation not a surprise to gerontologists
Pope’s resignation shocks everyone except senior care docs.
Decades later, head trauma can lead to memory loss, other issues  Featured
Decades later, head trauma can lead to memory loss, other issues
These days, everyone’s talking about concussions. From high school athletes to weekend warriors to gridiron stars—the sum of all those bruised, beaten brains can lead to serious health issues. But what if you’re an Average Joe? Do you have to worry about the consequences of serious head trauma years, even decades, after you’ve suffered a bump on the head?