News health 2008-06-13 Andanh.com

Healthy camping calls for vigilance Thu, 12 Jun 2008 03:54:00 EST
Plus.....Let's go swimming Parent tips | Pool rules | Keep kids safe

Help your kids play it safe at the pool Thu, 12 Jun 2008 02:45:00 EST
When the thermometer rises, the pool becomes an attractive place to beat the heat. As refreshing as a cool dip can be, it also carries risks, including drowning, germ-related diseases and head and neck injuries.

Aging doesn't have to mean downward spiral Thu, 12 Jun 2008 01:00:00 EST
When I discuss the physical impact of aging on the body with my students at Hanover College, I emphasize the downward spiral that is so familiar among the elderly. It begins with weakness that makes such things as stair climbing difficult.

Pack safety into your picnic plans Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:58:00 EST
What precautions should be taken to keep food safe at park picnics? If you're going to be grilling, buy a food thermometer to make sure your meat reaches a safe internal temperature, such as 165 degrees for poultry and 160 for ground beef.

Long on comfort Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:49:00 EST
The perfect shorts for Dad may be the Spruce Creek 3XDry Shorts from Woolrich. They resist dirt and odors, repel moisture, dry quickly, offer UPF protection and feel comfy even in hot, muggy conditions.

Run/walk, screenings raise prostate cancer awareness Thu, 12 Jun 2008 01:45:00 EST
Saturday's Families for Fathers Prostate Cancer Awareness 5K Run/Walk & Free Screenings at Papa John's Cardinal Stadium is designed to raise awareness about prostate cancer and the importance of early detection.

Pasta is full of flavor, not fat Thu, 12 Jun 2008 01:08:00 EST
You can't have a summer barbecue or potluck without pasta salad. Unfortunately, the typical version isn't all that healthy — white pasta swimming in a heavy mayonnaise-based dressing.

More than cool Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:52:00 EST
Think sun protection is necessary only for your skin? Think again. The American Optometric Association says prolonged exposure over time to the sun's ultraviolet rays has been linked to cataracts and degeneration of the cornea, among other problems.

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