December 22nd, 2010 | Health News Category : Addiction

Many people who chew tobacco or dip snuff think it’s safer than smoking . But you don’t have to smoke tobacco for it to be dangerous. Chewing or dipping carries risks like Cancer of the mouth Decay of exposed tooth roots Pulling away of the gums from the teeth…
December 22nd, 2010 | Health News Category : Womens Health

One of the things I’ve had validated by a fantastic member of our behavior staff, Darla Breckenridge , is to put yourself at the top of your to-do list. What I used to call “selfishness,” Darla has reframed for me as “ selfness .” I’ve always explained it as…
December 22nd, 2010 | Health News Category : Addiction,Health Issues
The alcohol treatment center that’s right for you is the one that cares most deeply about your individual needs. As obvious as that sounds, the unfortunate truth is that many alcohol treatment centers in Los Angeles treat every client the same way. More often that not, these alcohol treatment…
December 22nd, 2010 | Health News Category : Paramedics

The Everyday EMS Tips Facebook Page is live. The week after Christmas I will be using this page for a series of product giveaways. Follow now to receive the latest Facebook updates. Read related posts and tips: Develop a Facebook Presence for EMS Week #EMSWeek Welcome to Everyday EMS…
December 21st, 2010 | Health News Category : Health Issues,vitamins

Lucky Blog continues to publish a series of suggestions for gift ideas to make your holiday season a “Healthy One”. Many people feel stressed around this time of the year. The end of December normally creates more running around than any other time of the year. Holiday shopping, end…
December 21st, 2010 | Health News Category : Alzheimers Disease

I kept saying this one word over and over in my head — Remarkable….. By Bob DeMarco Alzheimer’s Reading Room I Remember Better When I Paint is a documentary film about the positive impact of art and other creative therapies on people with Alzheimer’s disease. The film examines the…
December 21st, 2010 | Health News Category : Sleep Disorders

The long wait is over for the people planning to get their hands on the WakeMate. The device pegged to help aid people who have trouble sleeping was actually in development for a year now and it seems the said solution will be finally coming to your footsteps. The…
December 21st, 2010 | Health News Category : Paramedics

The guys in the brown truck are running lots of calls to Everyday EMS Tips Headquarters. I am stockpiling books, clothing, and other gear for an after Christmas giveaway. More details to come. Books: Rescuing Providence and Flesh Mechanic I just received two new books from EMS authors. Rescuing…
December 21st, 2010 | Health News Category : Health Issues,Physical Therapy
OK, I admit I could be classified as middle aged. I still remember when I first heard Ronnie Van Zant of Lynyrd Skynyrd ask “what song is it you wanna hear?” followed by Ronnie saying “I heard it again.” It…
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December 21st, 2010 | Health News Category : Health Issues,Physical Therapy
As 2010 draws to a close, I’d like to take a moment to thank you for your support as an APTA member. Thanks to your membership and commitment, APTA remains strong and healthy, despite another turbulent year on the economic and political fronts. The past year saw many successes for…