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Married men live longer than their single counterparts. Men in general can take health for granted, need “medical home base.”
Men are less likely to be proactive in terms of their health care. David Martin discusses why married men are more likely to take action when it comes to their health.
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As Sneaky Sugar Invades the Food Supply, We’re Eating More With Not-So-Sweet Consequences
Sugar has been insidiously invading our food supply for years. Get to know the names sugar takes and take extra time at the grocery store to notice the amount of sugar in the foods you’re buying.
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Robin Williams’ Death; Destigmatizing Mental Illness
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations Last week, a very funny man passed away unexpectedly. Known for wild stand up humor and touching movies, Robin William’s suicide was a shock to fans. William’s death was also a sad reminder that whatever our public veneer may be, anyone can struggle with mental illness. This […]
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Are “Superfoods” Another Super Myth? One Quick Read That May Help You Decide…
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations If poorly drawn ads on the Internet are to be believed, common problems such as unwanted belly fat and a case of diabetes can be solved with “One weird trick.” It’s unbelievable enough that most of us chose not to take the bait. But the advertisers must […]
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While you sleep, parts of your body are hard at work
Our bodies our busy during sleep, but most Americans deprive themselves of rest. As we learn more about the role sleep plays in brain health and function, the importance of sleep becomes ever clearer.
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The Most Important Room in Our Home for Better Health
A new device called Sense aims to improve our sleep through tech and tracking. We’re still teasing out just what happens during sleep and the factors, like stress, that turn a good night bad.
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The Good Side of Fat in Our Diet
Some fat in your diet is not bad. Fat is an essential nutrient and we require it to survive.
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Recognize and Prevent Heat-Related Conditions
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations Spring-cleaning has nothing on summer labor. The yard needs attention, the attic needs to be cleaned out (so does the basement), a community garden needs volunteers and why not add a run around the block in the heat of the afternoon to round out your to-do list? […]
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Why We Love Junk Food and How to Kick the Habit
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations A trip to the grocery store can be a weekly challenge. The produce is clustered together in one corner; the meat and dairy line the perimeter of the store. These are the areas we should shop in, but we’re pulled into aisles filled with frozen meals, brightly […]
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Nursing Forces in WWI Faced Harsh Conditions
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations World War I earned the moniker the “Great War” for good reason. The First World War ranks among the deadliest conflicts in recorded history. The total number of casualties, both military and civilian, was around 37 million. Sixteen million people died and 20 million were wounded. The […]
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The Treatment of Chronic Pain
For the millions of Americans living with chronic pain, management involves drugs and alternative treatment.
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Don’t Overdo It in Pursuit of a Perfect Beach Body
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations What’s a better indicator that summer is coming: the first day you have to remove your jacket outside or the magazine headlines promising “The Ultimate Beach Body Workout” inside their pages? The pressure to be fit (but more importantly, thin) ramps up when the weather warms. Winter […]
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What Happens to the Uninsured Now That The Health Insurance Marketplaces Are Closed?
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations After a lot of fretting and fussing on 24-hour news channels of both political bents, the health insurance marketplaces opened, did business, and closed. More than seven million Americans purchased insurance while the marketplaces were open, despite a very rocky rollout and multiple protest campaigns. The Obama […]
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Spare Your Loved Ones By Making Your Final Care Wishes Known
Making decisions about end-of-life care is difficult, but it’s a gift to those we leave behind. Don’t leave your family guessing what your wishes are – create an advance directive today.
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Spring is Here, and So Are Allergies
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations Temperatures are climbing as the weather begins to reflect what the calendar declared in mid-March – it’s spring! Along with azaleas come allergies, and this year experts anticipate a harsher than usual allergy season. Thank the infamous polar vortex. Winter weather has continued on longer than normal, […]
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Debunking the Myths of Heart Disease
By David Martin, President and CEO of VeinInnovations The statistics surrounding heart disease are shocking. Heart disease is behind one of every four deaths in the United States, about 600,000 deaths a year. Our cultural image of a person having a heart attack is almost exclusively a middle-aged man clutching his arm and asking for a doctor, but […]
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Will Nurse Practitioners Help Meet Primary Care Demand?
Will your next visit to the doctor be with an independent nurse practitioner? As the need for healthcare providers grows, expanded nurse authority could help meet patient demand.
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ADHD Symptoms, Diagnosis and Management
ADHD is the second-most diagnosed disorder of childhood. As rates rise rapidly, it’s important to know the facts and advocate for yourself or your child.
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The Role of Meat in the Modern-Day Diet
The modern American diet is filled with meat – we can’t seem to get enough! But a diet with too much meat can have negative effects on your health and the environment.
