Category: Health
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The Flu 2013
The Flu that went around in late 2012 and early 2013 was one of the worst in recent years, with the H3N2 being the predominant strain. Those aged 65 and older have been most badly affected by this potentially deadly disease, but all ages and demographics have been at risk. The 2013 flu season has…
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Spotlight on Men’s Health
As Men’s Health Month approaches in June, we are, once again, reminded of the importance of properly educating men and boys about what they can do to be proactive about their health. Because, let’s face it: The statistics are troubling. At birth, males outnumber females 105:100. By age 65-74, the ratio shifts to 80:100. Even…
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A Dangerous Game: Student Athletes and Head Trauma
We see the headlines every day: Student athletes risk lives by hiding head injuries Is Vermont doing enough to protect student athletes from head injuries? Schools tackle head injuries suffered by student athletes Student athletes return too soon after concussions Student Athletes For student athletes, head injuries like concussions are a very real threat every…
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The State of Our Weight: American Obesity, Fad Diets and the Right Way to Get Fit
Whether we like to admit it or not, the U.S. is a culture that celebrates celebrity, beauty and the pursuit of the perfect image. We’re obsessed with finding out how to get a similar but cheaper version of Taylor Swift’s dress from the Grammy’s, and learning how Jessica Alba lost those last 20 pounds of…
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Is it possible to lose your hearing at work
Do you think your job could be causing you hearing loss? Thousands of workers are exposed to dangerous noise levels everyday. This infographic discusses the risks of noise in the workplace and what professions are at risk of hearing loss. Volume isn’t the only factor when it comes developing industrial deafness. The period of exposure…