Celebrity Arthritis Quiz
Everyone is at risk for Rheumatoid Arthritis, even celebrities! Test your knowledge with our Celebrity Arthritis Quiz!
Does My Child Have Autism? – How a parent can determine the symptoms of Autism
Autism is an illness that can be treated very early on in childhood if it’s recognized in time. In fact, research has proven that early recognition, diagnosis and subsequent treatment of Autism in children can improve patient outcomes drastically. As a parent or caregiver, it’s crucial that you become aware of the signs of Autism […]
What Happens When Your Hormones Are Out Of Balance
You hear the phrase “my hormones are unbalanced” so often on TV and on social media that it loses all specific meaning. It’s a bit like the way that every sniffle or cough becomes “the flu.” But what does having “unbalanced hormones” mean? Firstly, having hormone problems are common – so if you are having […]
You’ve Got To Be Kidney-ing Me!
In honor of National Kidney Health month, we put together this quick, informative, fun quiz on celebrities and their various struggles with kidney health. We think you can see that it doesn’t matter who you are or what you do, kidney disease is much more prevalent than most of us would think! How did […]
The Silent Killer of Women: Heart Disease
Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for Americans. It kills more women and men each year than all types of cancer combined. While men and women share many factors and symptoms, there are differences between the sexes in regards to heart health that are easily and often overlooked, resulting in […]
What Is The Widowmaker Heart Attack & How You Can Avoid One
The “Widowmaker” is the rather grisly name of a heart attack that typically targets men – hence the “widow” part, but also affects women. It is a life threatening event known for targeting seemingly healthy people. Up to four million Americans have died following a Widowmaker heart attack in the last 30 years, and what’s […]
10 Surprising Celebrity Heart Attacks
It’s always sad when a favorite celebrity dies. It’s especially sad when that death could have been prevented. At least 200,000 heart attacks are preventable each year! In honor of Heart Health Awareness month, we wanted to show you 10 surprising celebrity heart attacks. Most of these people did not see that final moment coming. […]
Celebrity Health Tips From Trainer Olivia Scott
It’s no secret that a lot of people choose this time of year to embark on a healthier lifestyle. But keeping those resolutions are oftentimes easier said than done. We asked trainer Olivia Scott to write a guest blog with tips she gives the celebrities she works with on what they should do prior to starting a […]
Cholesterol Myths Busted!
Cholesterol is widely misunderstood. For instance, did you know that your body not only needs cholesterol, but it also makes it? Cholesterol is a fatlike substance contained in all cells within the body. The body needs and uses cholesterol in the production of things such as hormones and vitamin D. So if our body needs cholesterol, why does it […]
Blood Testing & Checking for Pregnancy
Prenatal Panel A blood test for pregnancy should include more information than the simple result of “pregnant” or “not pregnant”. The Walk-in Labs Prenatal Profile (OB) Blood Test Panel provides information on the full scope of blood and body health that is important to know and consider when one is pregnant or trying to conceive. […]