Are You Anemic? Symptoms & Signs
Anemia is a condition that can develop in anyone, of any age, for a variety of different reasons. It happens when a person’s blood lacks enough healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin – which is important because it binds oxygen to the blood and helps it circulate around the body. A lack of hemoglobin can […]
How Do I Know If I Have Chronic Fatigue?
The modern world can be an exhausting place. There are endless demands on your time, such as work, commuting, kids gym, and family commitments, that can leave even the most resilient among us feeling drained. But when does that ‘normal’ feeling of tiredness cross over into something a little more sinister? When does exhaustion become […]
AIDS Amnesia – Why AIDS Should Still Be A Concern
With the never ending news cycle of health scares these days, it’s tough to keep up with the latest illnesses that pose a threat to you and your family. The Zika virus, the latest flu strain, the latest drug resistant antibiotic – you name it, it’s trending. But with this onslaught of new diseases rolling […]
5 Health Conditions Men Lie About To Their Doctor
Guys, we know how it is. You’ve been dodging the doctor as long as you possibly can and the jig is up – it’s time for the yearly check up. Sure, you’ll get your blood pressure checked, your heart listened to and your bloods done; but for most of men, that’s usually where it ends […]
Early Warning Signs of Arthritis
Arthritis is such a commonly heard of ailment that its severity can be grossly underestimated. But let’s be clear – arthritis is a serious condition that ruins hundreds of thousands of people’s lives from all over the age spectrum. Each year, it is estimated that 52.5 million Americans are informed that they have a form […]
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 […]
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. […]
3 Life-Saving Medical Tests You Should Never Delay Taking
Many Americans search online for everything about their health, including the symptoms of heart disease to the calorie count in their breakfast foods. They may be wondering, “What can I do to improve my health?” Maintaining wellness involves eating nutritious foods and exercising regularly, but taking medical tests also keeps us healthy by helping prevent […]
February- The Month For A Healthy Pumping Heart!
Since it is the month of February ( hins, Valentines Day, and other heart “giving away” nouns ), and this is the month we are giving heart test panel specials at walkinlabcostg.wpenginepowered.com, we thought that we would throw a few known healthy heart facts at you, that you maybe didn’t know about your body, or well.. […]
Exercise for a Healthy Heart
A sedentary (inactive) lifestyle is one of the top risk factors for heart disease. Fortunately, it’s a risk factor that you can do something about. Regular exercise, especially aerobic exercise, has many benefits. It can: Strengthen your heart and cardiovascular system Improve your circulation and help your body use oxygen better Improve your heart failure […]
9 Restaurant Meals Named ‘Dis-Honorees’
We all know that every once in a while, going out to a restaurant for a good eat is o-k! However, some of the meals that they have listed on the menu, is not quite up to par in the health department. Below are 9 meals from 9 different restaurants, that you should quite possibly […]
The Top Ten Foods That Are High In Vitamin D!
Since we are giving a 30% off discount off of one of our Vitamin D tests this month, we figured that we would let you all in on the top 10 Vitamin D foods! Here is our list of top ten foods that are high in Vitamin D! #1: Cod Liver Oil Cod liver oil has […]
Fewer U.S. Patients Getting Weight Counseling From Doctors
THURSDAY, Jan. 10 (HealthDay News) — Despite the fact that an increasing number of Americans are overweight and obese, there’s been a decrease in weight counseling offered by primary care doctors, according to a new study. Researchers examined national data and found that slightly more than 6 percent of patient visits with primary care providers […]
Top 5 Healthiest New Year’s Resolutions!
We hope that you all had a wonderful holiday and New Years! Since it is the new year and 2013, many of you may or may not already have your New Years resolutions! Listed below for you guys are some of the top 5 New Years resolutions, that you could start with to keep your […]
How To Avoid Liver Pain? Exercise!
Your liver operates in much the same way as the engine in a car. Your liver performs a number of functions that ensure other body processes run smoothly. Taking care of your liver is essential to helping it function properly, especially if you suffer from liver disease. A component of good care is regular exercise, […]
What You Can Eat To Beat Cancer!
Since we are offering 40% on some of our cancer detection panels this month, we are going to provide you with healthy ways that you can “eat to defeat” that cancer bug! Anyone wanting to ward off cancer should eat plenty of garlic and tapioca pudding.These are just the latest two foods to be hailed as […]