Washington Adventist Hospital - Health Tip

Working Mothers

Fri, 09 May 2008 05:00:00 GMT

The Bureau of Labor Statistics puts the number of working women with children at 70 percent. Of working mothers who are not the sole financial provider, nearly half say they would leave their job if their spouse made enough money for the family to live comfortably. Thirty-two percent of working mothers say they spend less than three hours a day with their children, but nearly four in ten working mothers say their companies offer flexible work arrangements.

Skin Cancer

Fri, 02 May 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Skin cancer is the most common of all cancers. More than one million Americans develop skin cancer every year and more than 20 people die each day from skin cancer, primarily melanoma. More than 90 percent of all skin cancers are caused by sun exposure. It has been found that exposure to tanning beds before age 35 increases melanoma risk by 75 percent.

Marriage

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Research shows that people who marry live longer and enjoy better physical health than those who do not marry. Nearly 60 percent of adults are married, but a growing number of adults are spending more of their lives single or living unmarried with partners. When you marry, you are choosing someone that can affect your mental and physical health. Researchers suggest that the health benefits of marriage are stronger for men than women.

The Liver

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 05:00:00 GMT

25 million Americans – one in every 10 – are afflicted by liver-related diseases annually. More than 27,000 Americans die from chronic liver disease and cirrhosis each year. The liver performs over 5,000 important functions every minute of the day. All that you eat, drink, breathe, and absorb through your skin eventually reaches the liver.

Benefits of Exercise

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Every year, 1.9 million deaths (globally) are caused by physical inactivity. According to the CDC, more than 60 percent of Americans do not get regular exercise. All healthy adults ages 18 to 65 should be getting at least 30 minutes of moderate intensity activity five days a week. Researchers have found that people who live in neighborhoods with higher levels of poverty, lower levels of education, and more families headed by women are less likely to exercise.

Integrity & Authenticity

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Integrity is the foundation of character and core quality of a successful and happy life. A person who lives an authentic life will not have destructive habits or relationships. The more consistent you are in your thoughts, words, and actions, the easier it becomes to be true to yourself and to others. When you act in ways contrary to your real self, the resulting conflict creates a host of physical and mental symptoms such as anger, fatigue, depression, headaches, and muscle tension.

Leg Health

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Leg pain is a common symptom and complaint. Blood sugar, weight, cholesterol level, blood pressure, exercise, and diet are important factors. Varicose veins affect more than 24 million Americans. Approximately five out of every 100 people will suffer from restless legs syndrome (RLS) at some time and peripheral arterial disease (PAD) affects about 8 million Americans. Poor circulation is the No. 1 reason people develop deep venous thrombosis (DVR).

Neck Pain

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 05:00:00 GMT

Neck pain affects 10 percent of the world’s population each year. It may occur slightly more frequently in women than in men. The common cause of neck pain is muscle strain or tension and is usually associated with dull aching. Many symptoms of neck pain can be prevented, decreased, or even eliminated through proper stretching, strengthening, and alignment of the cervical spine.

Eye Health

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 05:00:00 GMT

80 percent of blindness is preventable and 75 percent of visual impairment is estimated to be preventable or correctable. The risk factors for premature death due to heart disease or cancer are the same for those for blindness and vision impairment. They include: smoking, excess weight, unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, and exposure to UV rays. Early detection and treatment could prevent vision loss; eye diseases do not always have symptoms.

Children’s Mental Health

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 06:00:00 GMT

Studies show at least one in five children and adolescents have a mental health disorder that interferes with the way they think, feel, and act. These disorders include depression, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, as well as anxiety, conduct, and eating disorders. In the U.S. one in 10 children suffer from a serious emotional disturbance that disrupts daily functioning in home, school, or community. Of 12 million American children suffering from mental illness, fewer than one is five receive treatment of any kind.