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Thursday, May 23, 2013

Health

Rare Genetic Disorder Brings Families Together

San Diego, California (NAPSI) - While the bonds that unite families are usually associated with positive events, such as weddings or holidays, those bonds can be more challenging when entire families are impacted by a hereditary disease.

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Faces of Mental Illness

San Diego, California - “I have schizoaffective disorder and I’m a father.”

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Be Brave: Stomp Out Stigma

San Diego, California - Emotional and behavioral challenges affect one in five children each year. Mental illness affects one in four adults. Yet the fear of being rejected and the stigma associated with these challenges keeps some adults from getting the help they need for their children and for themselves.

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Here’s To Clean Water How To Help Safeguard Against Drinking Water Contaminants

San Diego, California (NAPSI) - You may have heard that drinking 8-ounce glasses of water a day is good for your health. But what if the water you’re drinking isn’t as good for you as you think due to drinking water contaminants?

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When Hot Flashes Meet Summer Heat: Tips To Help Keep You Cool

San Diego, California (NAPSI) - If you’re among the nearly 75 percent of menopausal women who suffer from hot flashes,1 it can be tough to enjoy the sunny weather worrying about a sudden hot flash in summertime. And since hot weather tends to be a common hot flash trigger,2 these sudden feelings of warmth can be exacerbated.

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25 Minutes: The Time It Takes To Teach Children About Safety

San Diego, California (NAPSI) - Did you know there are 525,000 minutes in a year? The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children wants you to take 25 of them to talk to your child about safety - the same amount of time it takes to watch a favorite TV show. It could save a child’s life.

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Help And Hope For Dyslexics

San Diego, California (NAPSI) - If you or someone you care about is among the one in five people affected by dyslexia-a disability that makes reading difficult-there may be good news for you.

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Tips For Keeping Your Eyes In Tip-top Shape

San Diego, California (NAPSI) - Any time of year can be the right time to take a look at how you can maintain the health of your eyes. The good news is that there are simple steps you can follow to keep your eyes healthy and make sure you are seeing your best.

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