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Preventive healthcare is something most Americans cannot afford to ignore. Now is the time to begin actively pursuing a healthy lifestyle.

Annual heartworm testing is recommended by veterinarians before prescribing monthly heartworm pills. Testing is done as a safety precaution to protect your dog's health.

Black tea appears to be a cheap and nontoxic antioxidant that may protect against cognitive impairment and decline at any age.

Some dog owners believe it's safe to stop heartworm preventive in cold weather but there are risks with this practice.

Heartworms, roundworms and hookworms can cause serious disease for your dog and are easily preventable using monthly medications such as Heartgard Plus Chewables.

Aging baby boomers want to remain healthy as they look toward retirement and beyond. Guidelines for maintaining optimal health in geriatric populations can help.

What type of vehicle maintenance will improve gas mileage? Find out what car maintenance services will increase fuel economy for improved miles per gallon.

Taking a little time now to ensure proper vessel maintenance, carrying spare parts and learning about mechanical systems can save future trouble on the water.

Recreational boaters have much to contribute towards improving and assisting the Coast Guard with keeping our waterways safe.

April 12, 2009 is Easter Sunday. Get ready to jump into springtime.

Seasonal maintenance is not something most people look forward to. Everyone is short on cash these days; saving money is the perfect incentive to complete home repairs.

Create a strategically-filled bag of activities to keep kids entertained at restaurants and other public places.

Adhering to a routine vehicle maintenance schedule is important to keep a vehicle in top running condition. But what services should be performed and how often?

Men visit the doctor less often than women and often put off going to the doctor, even when experiencing health problems.

The Frog Pose nourishes the thighs, hip, knees and calf muscles. The muscles that benefit the most from this pose are the quadriceps (thighs) and deep hip flexors.

Recession, unemployment and economic hardship make many pet owners unable to afford expensive medical care for their dog, but some charities and organizations can help.

There are numerous medications which can be used to prevent heartworms in dogs. All are effective but there are differences in them as well. Read on to find out more.

Advantage, Frontline, K9 Advantix, and Promeris are just a few of the products that control parasites in dogs.

Ivermectin is a medication which is used in dogs to treat a variety of different medical conditions in addition to being a commonly prescribed heartworm preventive.

Koi fish and koi ponds are very attractive. Koi fish require care and attention. Pond maintenance is the major consideration for the health of koi fish.

Moderate alcohol use may reduce chances of Alzheimer's, but alcohol use can also cause an equally devastating dementia.

America's health care is too expensive and inaccessible. A daily digital journal explaining President Obama's breakfast would be an initiative in preventative medicine.

Suzanne Somers has done it again in her newest book, "Breakthrough." Somers' Eight Steps to Wellness and doctor interviews are highly informative and interesting.

While genetics and family history cannot be ignored, unhealthy lifestyle practices are major contributors that hasten the onset of diabetes. Changing these is the answer.

Having a learning management system can be very helpful for an effectively run classroom.

Community health programmes can not only reduce incidence of Diabetes, they can also help to prevent the serious complications of this disease.

Preventive maintenance and proactive bilge care will greatly reduce the environmental impact of inadvertent oil discharge from boats.

These 10 basic tips can improve your health and help prevent illness down the road.

Unlike most fitness and pain relief programs, Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement classes focus on gentle, painless exercises to retrain the body's habits.

While most people recover from swine flu without needing any medical treatment, it can prove fatal to a few. Find out how to protect yourself against swine flu today.

Healthy living is living well so that men may remain in good health. Healthy living at any time begins with a balanced diet, and a fitting lifestyle.

As winter approaches there's certain steps that can be taken to insure a safer and more comfortable driving experience with extreme winter weather conditions.

Does scientific evidence support the old proverb: "When you're sick, go spend a night in the barn?" If so, what future developments or applications may exist?

Successful heartworm treatment in dogs is possible but heartworm treatment of infected dogs always carries risks for the dog and a successful outcome is not guaranteed.

High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) require the insured to take on a larger burden of health care costs in exchange for lower monthly premiums.

According to CDC, more than 700 people annually are infected with Toxocara infection that can cause permanent vision loss. Prevention for people and pets is important.

Selamectin is most commonly used for preventing heartworms and controlling fleas in dogs and cats, but is also able to treat ear mites as well as several other parasites.

Abdominal fat is linked to a host of health problems, including heart disease and cancer. New French research suggests that obesity can also cause respiratory problems.

According to the Mayo Clinic, up to 17 percent of women and six percent of men have suffered a migraine.

Regardless of wagering ebbs and flows, injuries continue on the national Thoroughbred racing stage even after the industry boasts of its best efforts to contain them.

Studies show that aspirin reduces the risk of colon cancer. Unfortunately, most experts agree that the risks of taking aspirin outweigh any cancer-prevention benefits.

No one is immune to cancer, but via lifestyle choices we can significantly reduce our risk. This book shows not only how, but why.

Few things are more demoralizing than having to back out of a marathon after weeks of training, due to injury. Use this informative guide to help prevent that happening.

Adults who experienced physical, sexual or emotional abuse, loss of a parent, or depression in the childhood home are at higher risk of disease, illness, mental disorders

Your child's dental health is important. This article offers ways for parents to prevent oral health problems in preschoolers.

Colonial era medicine relied on a combination of local herbal remedies and European textbook cures, until William Buchan published a practical medical book for home use.

Influenza is a fairly severe infectious disease occurring as yearly epidemics. Luckily there is a vaccination, but how well does it work and who should get it?

A head injury can change a life forever. Babies and the elderly are susceptible to head trauma, but preventive measures can guard against injuries to the head at any age.

Preventive health is ongoing. A one time or annual injection for various potential ailments is suggested. What does Medicare pay and is it Part B or Part D?

Diagnose, control and avoid nematode damage in Florida turfgrasses such as St. Augustine, Centipede, Bermuda, and Seashore Paspalum.