Health benefits of reading

Source: Upworthy This video has been making the rounds on the Internet lately because every time his mom finishes reading him a book, the little fellow in the starring role is devastated — he absolutely falls apart. I mean, every. Single. Time. As soon as he hears those fateful words, “The end,” he’s eager to […]

Featured Video: Down Syndrome Awareness

Down Syndrome Awareness: National Association For Down Syndrome (NADS.org) Down syndrome is a genetic condition that causes delays in physical and intellectual development. It occurs in 1 in every 792 live births. Individuals with Down syndrome have 47 chromosomes instead of the usual 46. Initially the diagnosis is based on physical characteristics that are commonly […]

Infection Prevention Awareness: Giants Football Player Could Lose Foot to MRSA

Source: NJ.com; MayoClinic.com The situation involving New York Giants tight end Daniel Fells and his battle with methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) remains serious. More than a week after checking into a local hospital, Fells’ battle with the infection in his ankle continues…He has undergone five surgeries to date and there could be more. They have […]

Featured Video: Prostate Cancer Awareness

Prostate Cancer Awareness: ZeroCancer.org Symptoms · Prostate Health · Project Know 19 Donate Sources: NJ.com; ZeroCancer.org Prostate cancer is a malignant tumor that usually starts in the outer part of the prostate and typically grows very slowly. Many men with the disease will never know that they have the condition. Prostate cancer is characterized by […]