February marks National Children’s Dental Health Month. This month-long national health observance brings together thousands of dedicated dental professionals, health care providers and educators to promote the benefits of good oral health to children, their caregivers, teachers and many others.
This year the ADA is asking parents and especially children to “Choose Tap Water…
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According to Health.com, the number one New Year’s Resolution year in and year out is to lose weight. This is no easy feat, especially after a long holiday season of eating delicious, but not so healthy foods. Molly Ward, Whitney Young Health’s Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator is guest blogging to give you the…
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It’s that dreaded time of year again – cold and flu season!
Colder weather means that you and everyone around you are more susceptible to germs and catching a cold or more seriously, coming down with the flu. It’s important to know not only how to take preventive measures so you don’t catch these…
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Almost 13,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year, but the disease is almost always preventable. Prevention can be done through vaccination and other appropriate screenings such as Pap and HPV tests.
What are the guidelines for detection of cervical cancer?
Beginning at age 21, women…
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What is World AIDS Day?
Since 1988, World AIDS Day is held on the 1st December each year and is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show their support for people living with HIV and to commemorate people who have died.
Ending the Epidemic
New York…
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About 1 in 8 U.S. women (about 12%) will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. Breast Cancer is also the most common cancer among women in the United States (other than skin cancer). These shocking statistics just prove why millions of people all over the world partake in Breast Cancer Awareness Month every…
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As one of his last acts as Commander in Chief, President Obama has proclaimed that September 18th – 24th will be Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Week.
“Each year, more Americans die from drug overdoses than in traffic accidents, and more than three out of five of these deaths involve an opioid. Since 1999,…
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It’s time to go back to school for children all around the Capital Region. Here’s what you need to know about childhood obesity!
Around 1 in every 5 children in the United States have obesity. Around 1 in every 8 preschoolers is obese.
September, National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month is a chance…
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The best to start off the new school year, or anything really, is to plan ahead.
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), these 5 tips will help you and your family have a safe and happy school year.
1. The First Day of School
If your child seems…
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Are your children ready for school? Check those vaccine records.
It’s National Immunization Awareness Month! Just because you are an adult, doesn’t mean you should throw away your shot!
Immunizations, or vaccinations can help prevent dangerous and occasionally deadly diseases, such as the flu, measles, and pneumonia.
Vaccinations are important…
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