Have you ever experienced walking into a room or opening a refrigerator but couldn't remember what you wanted to get. Or maybe you wanted to talk to someone but forget what you wanted to say. These situations happen quite frequently to everyone.....so don't not start to panic and think you have dementia. According to Dr. Frank Longo, Professor and Chair of the Department of Neurology . . . more »

How many times a day are we bombarded with advertisements about this supplement or that vegetable that is the miracle cure for something that ails us? From fruit juice to protein powder to mineral tablets, the nutrition industry is full of companies that claim to have the answer to your chronic health problem. But how do we know what is real and what is not? . . . more »

With the rising cost of health care, it is more important than ever to become self-aware of your body, health, and mind. The library has extensive resources to help you keep track of your health and promote your own wellness. Here are my top five picks for guides and workbooks to help you take control of your health. Just click on the link to request . . . more »

With the rising cost of health care, it is more important than ever to become self-aware of your body, health, and mind. The library has extensive resources to help you keep track of your health and promote your own wellness. Here are my top five picks for guides and workbooks to help you take control of your health. Just click on the link to request . . . more »

Welcome to the Health & Fitness page! Our team is very excited to get you going on the right, healthy track. Whether you are a veteran marathon runner, or just beginning to learn about healthy dieting, you have come to the right place. We will be covering a wide variety of topics through our weekly posts, so be sure to bookmark our page and check . . . more »

Welcome to the Health & Fitness page! Our team is very excited to get you going on the right, healthy track. Whether you are a veteran marathon runner, or just beginning to learn about healthy dieting, you have come to the right place. We will be covering a wide variety of topics through our weekly posts, so be sure to bookmark our page and check . . . more »

A recent study, reported in the Canadian Medical Journal, shows that healthy lifestyle habits in midlife improve chances that you'll remain healthy as you get older. The most effective habits include exercising, not smoking, moderate drinking, and eating plenty of fruits and vegetables. Individually, the healthy behaviors are moderately helpful, but in combination, their effect is significantly higher. Read the whole story on MedlinePlus: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_130672.html. . . . more »

A recent study, reported in the Canadian Medical Journal, shows that healthy lifestyle habits in midlife improve chances that you'll remain healthy as you get older. The most effective habits include exercising, not smoking, moderate drinking, and eating plenty of fruits and vegetables. Individually, the healthy behaviors are moderately helpful, but in combination, their effect is significantly higher. Read the whole story on MedlinePlus: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_130672.html. . . . more »