Heart Health
Posted on February 24, 2023 by ODPHP Health and Well-Being Matter is the monthly blog of the Director of the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. Heart disease has the potential to affect all people. The persistent myth that it is primarily a “men’s disease” simply isn’t true. In fact, heart disease is the […]
10 Practical Skills to Learn Before an Emergency
Personal health preparedness isn’t only about collecting supplies. Level up your emergency preparedness. Learn practical skills you can use to help yourself and others. Here are 10 skills you can learn to prepare for an emergency, in no particular order. How to wash your hands the right way. Washing your hands is one of the […]
Kale: Discover the ‘secret powers’ of this superfood
TOPICS IN THIS POST Nutrition Get Healthy Recipes And Tips Although it may seem like it, kale isn’t a new vegetable. Thomas Jefferson experimented with several varieties of kale at his Monticello estate in the early 1800s. It’s long been popular in northern Europe and now throughout the U.S. Before becoming a popular salad green, […]
Cerebral Aneurysms
ON THIS PAGE What is a cerebral aneurysm? Who is more likely to get a cerebral aneurysm? How are cerebral aneurysms diagnosed and treated? What are the latest updates on cerebral aneurysms? How can I or my loved one improve care for people with cerebral aneurysms? Where can I find more information about cerebral aneurysms? Learn about […]
Learn How To Control Asthma
On This Page What is Asthma? How Can You Tell if You Have Asthma? What Is an Asthma Attack? What Causes an Asthma Attack? How Is Asthma Treated? Select a Language What Is Asthma? Asthma is a disease that affects your lungs. It is one of the most common long-term diseases of children, but adults […]
How Football Raises the Risk for Brain Injury
En españolSend us your comments(link sends e-mail) Brain injuries can arise from hits to the head during contact sports like football or soccer. Repeated brain injuries can lead to a condition called chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE. CTE is a serious issue for American football players. It can lead to dementia later in life and […]
Happy Heart Health Month, Valentine!
Posted on February 16, 2022 by Patti Brennan This week in the United States, along with many other countries around the world, we celebrate Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day celebrations have varied over the centuries, and many of us, myself included, send greetings to those we love — spouses, children, and dear friends — to strengthen […]
Disaster Preparedness Tips
Prepare to be self-sufficient for at least three days by putting together an emergency kit, including: non-perishable food, water, a flashlight, a portable, battery-operated radio or television, batteries, medicines, anti-bacterial hand wipes or gel, first aid kit, money, seasonal clothing, and sanitation supplies. Conduct practice drills so you and your family know the safe locations […]
To Heal a Wound
Helping the Skin Fix Itself En españolSend us your comments(link sends e-mail) You’ve likely had countless cuts and scrapes in your life. Normally, when you get a small skin wound, your body can repair it quickly. But sometimes, the repair process doesn’t work properly. If this happens, even a tiny tear in the skin can […]
Clearing the Air – All About Airborne Viruses
En españolSend us your comments(link sends e-mail) Nobody likes being sick with a virus. It can feel even worse if you get your loved ones sick, too. But you can keep your family healthier by learning ways to prevent viruses from spreading. Some viruses, like other germs, can live on surfaces. You become infected when […]