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November 18, 2014
Lung Cancer: Reducing Your Risk
Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in both men and women, but is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. It kills nearly 163,000 Americans every year. However, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk, so it’s important to arm yourself with knowledge about the disease and…
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July 03, 2014
Protecting Yourself from Lyme Disease
It’s that time of year again when everyone is itching to get outside and enjoy the fresh air. Summer activities like hiking and gardening are beneficial for your health, but also come with the potential for contact with ticks, which can transmit Lyme disease.
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June 05, 2014
Preventing Childhood Lead Poisoning
Exposure to lead in the home represents a significant public health threat to children. At least four million households have children living in them that are being exposed to high levels of lead. Half a million U.S. children from one to five years old have tested positive for lead levels above five micrograms per deciliter,…
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