Section / Staying Healthy

4 Surprising Health Benefits of Owning a Pet

The idea that a pet is good for our mental health isn’t new. But it turns out there are some surprising physical health benefits from sharing your house with a furry friend as well.

Read Featured Article →

Popular in Staying Healthy

7 Signs of Mild Autism in Older Adults

5 Types of Eczema Commonly Found in Older Adults, Plus Treatment Options

Coconut Oil: A Home Remedy for High Blood Pressure?

5 Causes of Random and Sudden Dizzy Spells

Also In Staying Healthy

Why I Chose to Do Nothing About Prostate Cancer

My Decision to Do Nothing About Prostate Cancer

Prostate surgery could save my life. But quality of life is important, too. Here’s why I chose to go another route.

Using Medical Marijuana to Ease Aches and Pains

Is getting high effective when it comes to treating pain?

Easing Pain Without Prescription Painkillers

Addiction and overdoses caused by opioid medications are occurring at epidemic rates. Doctors are re-thinking how to manage pain, and patients with chronic pain are being left with hard questions.

Constant Fatigue? Here’s Help

Feeling as though you’re constantly tired? There’s hope. RN Jeanne Faulkner talks about steps you can take to address chronic fatigue.

Hearing Loss Can Be Helped with Cochlear Implants

Despite the fact that we’re missing out on conversations, a lot of adults with age-related hearing loss simply tolerate their increasingly silent worlds, largely due to dissatisfaction with hearing aid technologies.

Yes, Joint Health Supplements Help Your Arthritis

But how well do joint health supplements work for you? Luckily we’ve got licensed nutritionist Monica Reinagel to give us the straight goods on whether or not joint health supplements do the job.