A family history of colorectal cancer may increase your risk of developing colorectal cancer. An estimated 5 percent to 10 percent of colon cancers have a hereditary component. Other factors that increase colorectal cancer risk: Overweight or obese. Physically inactive. Eating a lot of red or processed meats. Overcooking meats...
It’s no surprise if your eyesight isn’t what it used to be. That’s what happens as we age. Cataracts, a clouding of the natural lens of the eye, is common. So is dry eye, decreased tear production from the lacrimal gland. Other structural changes include reduced pupil size, a decrease in...
Don’t slow down, just because winter’s coming. Learn about joint replacement, art therapy, grief self-care and Medicare 101. That’s only a sample. Find a support group that might help you, too. For a complete schedule of the rest of this month and December, click here.
Exercise is good for your health. That goes for people with Parkinson’s disease, too. Those who exercises at least 2.5 hours a week had a better quality of life than those who either didn’t exercise or started exercising later, according to the Parkinson’s Outcomes Project, the largest clinical study ever on the...
Whatever your age, an anti-inflammatory diet is good for your health. But it’s only good for you if you know what it is and know how to use it. Chris Barrett, a Clinical Dietician at the Hartford HealthCare Bone & Joint Institute, will host a presentation on the anti-inflammatory diet at the...
Back pain is universal. It’s the leading cause of disability around the world. When, sooner or later, your back (or neck) causes enough irritation that it requires medical assistance, you’ll find some healthy advice at The Hospital of Central Connecticut Spine Center. Sarah Bussolari, an APRN at the Spine Center, will...
Tuesday, May 7 8:30 am to 9:30 am Walk to Wellness: Medicare 101 Learn more about Medicare and the options available to you. Presented by CarePartners Expert: David MacNiven Join us at the Hartford HealthCare Wellness at Westfarms Rest and Relaxation Lounge (Lower Level of Westfarms near Nordstrom). 8:30 am –...