Health
AuPairCare meeting set for next week
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.AuPairCare, a leading au pair placement agency, located online at www.aupaircare.com, is partnering with Nightbird Books, 205 W. Dickson St., Fayetteville, at 6 p.m., Sept. 16, for an evening discussing this childcare option.
Good doc key to good health
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.When good medicines become bad drugs
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.(NewsUSA) - There is a medical problem in the United States that affects more people than diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined - pain. Pain can cause low self-esteem, depression and anger, and it can interfere with daily activities.
Seniors can stay home - with a little help
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.People needing assistance with the activities of daily living can turn to Home Care Professionals of Arkansas Inc.
Endocrinologist joins Northwest Health System
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.John A. Baldridge, a boardcertified internal medicine physician and clinical endocrinologist, has established a new specialty practice for Northwest Health System at the Schmieding Center in Springdale and Bella Vista.
Study shows many people not prepared to pay for care
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.(NewsUSA) - Many health insurance experts share a belief that the majority of Americans would be unprepared if they were faced with a medical crisis that required long-term care.
Seniors learn about hormones' effects
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.Boomers can reduce future medical costs
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.(NewsUSA) - As the baby-boomer generation ages, its members enter the health-care system in increasing numbers and often incur large costs. By making small changes now, many future health problems and related expenses can be prevented.
Foresight can save vision
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.Regular eye exams help doctors catch eye problems early before a person loses a lot of vision or goes completely blind, said optometrist William Yoos, owner of Dr. Yoos Eye Care and Optical in Bella Vista.
Proper skin care can keep problems at bay
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.Golf, swimming, tennis and walking trails. Any one or a combination of those activities were instrumental in many people choosing to relocate to Bella Vista.
Foot care helps keep elderly mobile
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.(NewsUSA) - Many people assume it is a normal part of the aging process, but no one should resign themselves to foot pain.
Fair includes exhibitors, free tests
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.Come one, come all to "Healthy Choices for Healthy Aging," the 20th annual Bella Vista Senior Health Fair, on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Riordan Hall.
Could stem cells stem the diabetes pandemic?
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.(NewsUSA) - Only seven years ago, American health authorities predicted that the number of diabetics in the U.S. would hit 29 million by 2050. At current growth rates, that number will be hit in 2012.
Bone up on calcium, fiber knowledge
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.(NewsUSA) - For many Americans, getting the recommended daily amount of nutrients can be challenging - particularly when it comes to dietary fiber and calcium.
Welcome to the Bella Vista Senior Health Fair
Posted: September 9, 2009 6 a.m.The staff and volunteers of the Schmieding Center-Bella Vista are excited to welcome everyone to the 20th annual Bella Vista Senior Health Fair on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Riordan Hall in Bella Vista.