At Columbine Family Practice, we know life can sometimes get in the way of eating the healthy foods you know you should. To combat those hectic schedules and late-night hours, read these tips on how to fit healthy foodinto your busy life! Most Americans have experienced the rush of daily living with demands from work,…
We all know children are ready for a break from school once the academic year finishes, but does that break affect children’s health habits? With the warm weather and extra free time away from the classroom, you might assume that kids spend a lot more time running around outdoors over summer vacation. But, that assumption would…
It’s glorious summer – but that insidious bug responsible for your runny nose and wheezing cough isn’t showing any sign of going on vacation. According to doctors, summer colds can yield many questions from patients: If I have an ordinary cold, why do I feel worse when it’s warm out? Are my persistent symptoms…
Are you headed for a hot weather heart attack? While a dose of sunny vitamin D is good for you and exercise even better with its endorphin boost, be sure to practice safe heart health in the heat. Hot summers can induce heart attacks and strokes in individuals who are at risk of heart disease…
Is your student heading back to school soon? Check out these top tips for keeping your student healthy during the hectic back-to-school season! Back to School time can be stressful for parents and kids. It marks the end of a more relaxed summer schedule and the beginning of a large to-do list. While scrambling…
With the summer lazily creeping into fall, we all know it’s almost that special time of year — flu season. It’s important to get your flu vaccination, as well as other vaccinations, to prevent illness. Most adults probably remember going to the doctor as a child to have their “shots.” While painful at the time,…
You might want to stand up for this. If your butt spends most of its time getting familiar with chairs, you could be setting yourself up for a shorter life and an increased chance for cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancers. That’s the takeaway from Canadian researchers after they analyzed data on the long-term effects of sitting…
Do you sleep between seven to nine hours per night? According to the experts this is the amount needed, on average, to keep our minds alert and our bodies healthy — but many people aren’t getting enough. In the United States, for example, half the population sleeps less than seven hours during the week, according…
Earlier this month, President Barack Obama officially declared September Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Check out the official proclamation by the President, below. BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Pediatric cancer affects thousands of young Americans each year. It is the leading cause of disease-related death for children, and this year,…
The average individual is expected to get at least 8 hours of sleep every night, but in reality it can be a daunting task for those with the busy schedules. Lack of sleep is said to increases the risk of gaining weight and health issues. You may know that your genetic makeup, what you…