Gasp-worthy perils of bad indoor air – and what you can do about them (BPT) – Cooler weather is on the way. You might think the seasonal demise of pollen-spewing flora, coupled with more time spent indoors, means allergy and asthma sufferers – not to mention the rest of us – can expect to breathe…
Simple ways for people with diabetes to improve their quality of life (BPT) – One of the ways people with diabetes can help manage their disease is balancing food with physical activity, according to the American Diabetes Association (Association). By maintaining a balanced diet with regular exercise, you have the ingredients needed to help live…
Make peace with fall: Get over your love-hate relationship with autumn and allergies (BPT) – Fall: love it or hate it? People who suffer from fall allergies no doubt love the fall colors and the festive time of year, while hating the sneezing, sniffling, wheezing and itching. So what’s an autumn lover to do? Batten…
Worse than itching: Bug bites, stings can cause disease and allergies Pests can cause more than just itching (BPT) – Nearly everyone has had experience with insect bites or stings. Whether it was a mosquito bite while on a camping trip or a wasp sting while gardening, these bites can be painful, and itch for…
Planning, communication and cooperation help reduce back-to-school worry for parents of students with diabetes (BPT) – Children begin each school year excited about making new friends, and learning new things. But children living with diabetes and their families may also feel uncertain or uneasy about how their diabetes will be managed throughout the school day….
