Health and Wellness

We’ve said it once, we’ll say it again – shots aren’t just for kids.

Research shows living liver donor transplants have improved three-year survival rates for recipients over deceased liver transplants, as well as lower hospital costs. Yet, too few people donate.

It’s the topic no one wants to talk about, yet it happens – often: head lice.

While the summer sun and heat can be fun, it has proven to be dangerous. Studies show that seniors are more prone to heat stress and make up 36 percent of fatal heat stress-related cases.

As the weather keeps heating up, it calls for protection of all sorts like hydration and sunscreen, but there’s one thing you’re probably forgetting – your eyes.

Been to the doctor lately? If you are a man, probably not – studies show that men are 24 percent less likely to have regular checkups than women.

While a cloudy eye may seem benign, it could be more dangerous than you think – cataracts are the leading cause of blindness for Americans over 40.

Trying to improve your health? Easy: get some z’s. That’s right – proper sleep habits have been linked to improved mental, physical and emotional health. At PA Health & Wellness, we know that a good night’s rest is key to great health.

If you feel stressed, you’re not alone. For better or worse, stress affects 70 percent of Americans on a daily basis. People take the effects of stress for granted, but studies link stress to weight gain, mental health issues and long-term disability.

The FDA recently announced breast implants could be tied to non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a cancer affecting the immune system. Since monitoring the situation in 2011, 457 women developed lymphoma, including nine who lost their battle to cancer.

About 50% of patients with chronic conditions sometimes fail to take their medication as prescribed. This can lead to higher rates of hospital admissions, poorer health outcomes and increased healthcare costs.

If you’re a senior who wants to remain healthy well into your golden years, research shows that you’ll want to get your fill of protein.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., impacting 1 in 4 people. In fact, it kills more women than all forms of cancer combined. However, unlike cancer, it’s easily preventable by changing simple health habits.