All the news that’s fit to print… from a wide range of sources around the interwebz. Enjoy! And don’t forget, if you or a family member has a medical condition, protect yourself with a Mediband – so medical assistance can assess your needs quickly.

1. Sun damage is real Australians and other hot climes folks already know the truth of what the sun can do, but it may surprise cooler clime people to hear that slapping on the sunscreen is imperative for them too. Teenagers with fair skin need to cover their extremities and protect their faces from sun damage, and the potential for skin cancer further down the track. Indoor, or solarium tanning, is just plain silly and extended play outside – say, a baseball game – needs protection says these recommendations.

2. Chubby does not equal cute – babies! Apparently we’re all sticking to the old myth that a chubby little baby is a healthy little baby. Read the rest of this entry »

Sometimes it is just plain hard work to stay healthy. You can make it a little easier by knowing what to do, what your risks are and how to make the most of the cards you’re dealt. We have some interesting snippets below about action, reaction and dealing with it.  If you have a condition that others need to be aware of in a time of need, consider MedibandPlus – details here.  Your local pharmacy should also be able to help with advice on Mediband and MedibandPlus.  Find your local pharmacy that sells Medibands here.

1. Exercise helps

A diagnosis of cancer often inspires people to eat better and exercise more. The news appears to be that this really does work. More exercise, better and healthier eating helps prevent the cancer coming back. The full article here talks about the recommendations of the American Cancer Society. Read the rest of this entry »

All the news that’s fit to print… from a wide range of sources around the interwebz. Enjoy! And don’t forget, if you or a family member has a medical condition, protect yourself with a Mediband – so medical assistance can assess your needs quickly.

1. Stress may damage women more than men Mental stress may be more than a headache it seems. A recent study compared stats from men and women and found that women undergoing mental stress stand a greater risk of heart disease than men.  The study found that men’s heart rates elevated during mental stress but women’s didn’t, indicating potential issues from the lack of blood flow. The details are here.

2. Dogs are good for you! Generally speaking, dog owners tend to be more relaxed and happier than non-dog owners several studies suggest. But further research indicates that the breed of dog you choose says even more! Those selecting cocker spaniels are more easy-going than most. The conclusion seems to be that we choose breeds most like us.

3. Berries. They’re berry berry good.  New research shows that women who add berries (raspberries, blackberries, strawberries etc) to their diet can improve their brain function as they age. The study, says this article, is significant because it tracked over 160,000 women in the Nurses Health Study. The good news? Even adding berries once a week is a great assist. Read the rest of this entry »

The same technology you would find in a grocery store check-out line is coming to a hospital near you!  Bar codes are linking patients to their prescribed medications, cutting down on the number of preventable medical errors.

When nurses roll into patient rooms at West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, they are rolling right along with their electronic nursing station on wheels.

Every patient now gets an arm band with a unique bar code – specific to them and their personal medical information.  “Every wristband is tied with a bar code and that bar code stays with the patient throughout their entire visit,” said WCCH Chief Information Officer, Trey Rion. Read the rest of this entry »

We hope you’re all of the above, but sometimes it’s good to get a snapshot of what’s happening around you health-wise. Here’s a look around the world of health at the moment. And if you do have a condition that other’s need to be aware of in a time of need, consider MedibandPlus – details here.

1. It’s Mother’s Day soon!

And that means many organisations are gearing up for things like the Pink Triathlon, because Mother’s Day is not only a celebration, it’s a tribute to women everywhere, to their health and to their worth. Supporting events like the Pink Triathlon or Pink Ribbon Day is a great way to support women everywhere, young, old, mothers or not.

2. Are you taking fish oil supplements? Then Read the rest of this entry »