Preventing Disease
Tips on preventing chronic diseases that affect quality of life, as well as infectious disease.
5 Tips for Better Sleep  Too many Americans are not getting enough sleep. Here are five tips to help you make the most of the sleep you are getting. Chronic Disease Prevention [offsite link] Tips on preventing cardiovascular disease, diabetes and more. Fields of Public Health  Do you know the major fields in public health? Learn more about the core fields that make-up public health. Flu Shot Recommendations  Flu season is quickly approaching and flu shots have become available. Read here to find out more about the flu shot, who should get it, and the side effects. Hand Washing to Prevent Disease  Proper hand washing can prevent disease throughout the year, especially during cold and flu season. Heart Disease Risk Factors and Prevention  World Heart Day is September 28, 2008. To promote awareness of heart disease, here are some of the major risk factors associated with heart disease and heart attack, as well as preventative steps you can take. Holiday Travel Health Tips  Many people travel to enjoy the holidays with their relatives. Here are five tips to help keep you safe and healthy throughout your holiday travels. How Long Does Your Makeup Last?  Do you know how long your makeup lasts? Using expired products can lead to bacterial infections. Find out how long you should keep your products before throwing them out. Make Healthy Heart Resolutions  February is American Heart Month! This is a good time to make 'healthy heart' resolutions. Melatonin Uses, Side Effects, and Warnings  Melatonin is a supplement that is often used for jet lag and insomnia. It can have serious side effects and must be used with caution. Natural Allergy Relief -- Allergic Load  You can relieve spring and fall allergy symptoms by reducing your allergic load -- your overall exposure to allergens. Pertussis Vaccine Recommendations  Pertussis, or whooping cough, is a preventable disease that kills thousands each year. You may already know that children in the US receive a series of vaccinations to prevent this disease, but did you know that the CDC now recommends that adults between ages 19 and 64 receive a booster shot? Pneumococcal Vaccine Recommendations  Do you need to get a pneumonia shot this year? Read on to find out about the current recommendations for the pneumonia shot including who should get it, how often, and what the side effects are. Safe Thanksgiving Dinner Preparation  Make sure your Thanksgiving dinner is prepared safely. Read here tips on turkey cooking, food storage, and general preparation. Salmonella Facts You Should Know  Salmonella is a common cause of food poisoning. Learn how to recognize and avoid this painful digestive illness. Sleep -- Secret Weapon to Prevent Disease  You probably know how much you want more sleep, but do you know how much you need more sleep? Smoking Articles  Look here for articles on the risks of smoking and what you can do to minimize them. Sun Protection Tips  Do you know how to protect yourself from the summer sun? Read on for tips. The Certified in Public Health Exam  Thinking about taking the CPH exam? Want to learn more about the new public health certification exam? This article will cover the basics of the exam. The Importance of Hydration  Are you drinking enough water? Keeping hydrated will help you feel better and may reduce your chances of getting certain cancers. Tips to Fight Jet Lag  Five tips to help you beat jet lag this holiday season. Travel Health -- Stay Safe and Secure  Public transportation such as bus, rail, and air can expose you to unfamiliar germs in larger-than-normal numbers. Accidents can also occur. Be prepared! Turkey Thawing Tips  Do you know to safely thaw you Thanksgiving turkey? Read here to find out the safe ways to thaw your turkey. Update on Peanut Butter Product Recall  Are you up-to-date on the latest recall information from the Salmonella outbreak? Learn which products are affected and if your family is at risk. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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