Feb 16, 2018
Medical X-Press – Scott Lear
“Still nibbling Valentine’s Day goodies? Munching packaged cereals, pancakes or muffins for breakfast? Enjoying a lunch of processed meats and bread, sweetened pasta sauce, or even a salad drenched in dressing? Sugar makes all of these foods delicious. It is also an important energy source for our bodies. It’s what we use when we’re doing vigorous activities and it’s the primary source of fuel for our brain. We need it. (more)
Feb 15, 2018
The U.S. Army – Army Capt. Nathan Persell, SHAPE Dental Clinic
“Children’s Dental Health Month is observed throughout February. The American Dental Association’s slogan for the 2018 national health campaign is “Brush Your Teeth with Fluoride Toothpaste and Clean Between Your Teeth for a Healthy Smile.” The purpose is to highlight the importance of proper dental care and teaching children good oral health habits. (more)
Feb 15, 2018
Delaware Online – Dr. Sam Gidding, Chief of Cardiology at Nemours Cardiac Center
” February is International Heart Month and an important reminder to check in on the heart health of your children. Now, while they’re still young, is the ideal time to build healthy lifestyle habits and help ensure that they’re taking the right steps to prevent heart disease early on. “Many adult forms of heart disease begin in childhood,” said Dr. Sam Gidding, Chief of Cardiology at Nemours Cardiac Center, which is committed to teaching healthy ways of living to families. “For everyone, not becoming overweight and not smoking are critical first steps for prevention.” (more)
Feb 14, 2018
Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service – Staff Writer
“February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and now is a good time to brush up on proper dental hygiene techniques. Dental health is important for overall health in children. According to the Centers for Disease Control, tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in children. Here are some ways you can make sure your children have clean and healthy teeth. (more)
Feb 14, 2018
Medical X-Press – Staff Writer
“53% of parents who receive their child’s Body Mass Index (BMI) report card do not believe that it accurately categorizes their child as underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese, according to research out today in Health Promotion Practice. Researchers Jones et al. conducted a study to determine how parents responded to their child’s BMI report card, which contains health information about their child’s weight and the steps families can take if their child is categorized as “overweight” or “at risk” for certain diseases, such as heart disease or high blood pressure. Looking at data from 66 parents, they found that. (more)
