Natalie Peters
The start of the new year is a great time to set goals to improve your health and wellbeing, but many find that sticking to New Year’s resolutions can be challenging.
Follow these tips to succeed in seeing the changes...
We are seeing winter weather in Iowa, and there’s sure to be more cold and snow over the next few months. Follow these safety tips to stay safe and warm this winter:
The first step is to stay weather aware....
Many adults experience chronic pain. Chronic pain is pain anywhere in your body that lasts longer than three months.
It might always be there, or it can come and go. Chronic pain differs from acute pain, which happens after injuries...
When enjoying the holidays, it's easy to forget that the things that make this time of year feel cozy and bright can also increase the risk of house fires. Here are some simple steps to keep your holidays housefire-free...
Many would say that right now is “the most wonderful time of the year,” but it can also be one of the most stressful times of the year. If you’re feeling overwhelmed this season, you’re not alone. Many people...
It is now “sharing season,” which means many people are giving gifts for the holidays, donating to charities and spending extra time with friends and family.
Germs, however, also tend to be shared this time of year as people stay...
Accidental trips and falls can happen to anyone but as we age into older adulthood, our fall-risk increases. In older age, simple falls can cause broken bones, which can lead to other health problems and even long-term disability.
There are...
This Thanksgiving, people all across the country will be gathering with loved ones to share quality time and special meals.
When it comes to food during the holidays, sometimes people have an all-or-nothing attitude: they either overdo it and end...
Chances are good that at some point in your life you’ve been prescribed antibiotics. Being able to take this kind of medication when you have an infection can offer immediate relief and even be life saving.
However, knowing how to...
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in the U.S. The condition occurs when the body doesn’t produce enough insulin or can’t use insulin properly. Insulin is a hormone that the body uses to regulate blood sugar...
