MyHealthPublisher St-Marys-Hospitalhttp://www.myhealthpublisher.com/rss/feeds/St-Marys-Hospital.xmlen-us3/12/20103/12/2010120http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=50FFBFAB-A08C-4581-AE85-608002D4F9B6Most forms of depression affect twice as many women as men. And depression affects all kinds of women. A variety of factors unique to women are suspected of playing a role in development of the illness, but the specific causes of depression in women remain unclear. What is clear, however, is that most depression is treatable. 3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=C9CF3DDA-7D58-4FC2-8B93-EBE04766F069"It's all fun and games until someone loses an eye." You've probably heard this saying plenty of times, but how seriously do you take it? According to Prevent Blindness America, nearly 40,000 people go to the emergency room each year for treatment of sports-related eye injuries, many of which could have been avoided. What do you do to protect your eyes? Find out how to keep your eyes safe so you can stay in the games. 3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=30DB89D3-CDF4-4533-98A9-8089235D1FB7Your toddler is becoming more and more aware of the world around him and wants to explore everything, and that can make putting him to bed difficult. There could be any number of things making it tough for your little one to fall asleep. Here are some ideas about why kids don't sleep and how you and your toddler both can get the rest you need.3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=48D2407C-666F-40D4-A0AA-7574101881B6Most of the calcium that makes a person's bones strong for life is consumed by the time that person reaches 17. That's why it's important that teenagers get enough calcium each day, otherwise they might be heading toward osteoporosis and other bone problems later in life. Experts estimate more than 80 percent of teenage girls and nearly 50 percent of teenage boys don't consume the recommended daily amount of calcium. Is your teenager among them?3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=5FB50D19-410D-407F-8BE9-694AF6336C87If resistance training, also known as weight training, isn't part of your fitness program, think again. No matter what your age or sex, weight training can improve the way you feel about your body, your confidence about participating in a variety of activities, and your overall attitude toward life. In addition, it has important health benefits. Here's information to help you get off to a good start.3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=D421DADE-F94F-4758-9882-F4B41772851FCataracts are a leading cause of vision problems in adults in the United States. You may know at least one person who is troubled by a cataract. The good news is that you can take steps to keep your eyesight clear. If you'd like to keep your vision sharp and your eyes as healthy as possible, here's information that can help.3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=F13A8EF2-DD94-458A-97AF-92FA1321E9C7More than 12 million Americans are currently living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD). While this common lung condition can exhibit symptoms including shortness of breath and wheezing, for some patients, these symptoms are mild to almost non-existent. A recent study from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), however, found that even patients with asymptomatic to mild COPD may have impeded heart function.3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=D7B6D1F7-BC57-464C-9510-7E9C308BD962If you'll be good to your back, particularly if you have work that requires you to sit at a desk for hours, you'll avoid pain and you may even find it helps your productivity and energy. The way you sit is extremely important for the health of your back. Slouching or slumping can stress your neck, arms, legs, and back muscles, over stretch the spinal ligaments, and strain your spinal discs. Sit up straight, and read on. 3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=C5995388-0BF3-406A-B12B-08812AA0B31CThere are few things as heavenly sweet as the smell of a freshly bathed baby. Gentle bathing is an important part of infant care and a wonderful opportunity for bonding. However, baby baths also hold the potential for danger. New parents need to know about the risks of scalding, falls, and drowning. Read on to learn tips for safe and enjoyable baby baths. 3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=5A3D9C76-FDAD-40E1-B519-194491DF2E08Aspirin, the familiar and readily available pain reliever, can be part of a heart-healthy therapy for certain types of people, but experts agree it's not right for everyone. Is it right for you? Here's a brief overview of the pros and cons from the United States Food and Drug Administration to help you decide and proceed safely. 3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=E8B529DE-0076-4458-B698-6CB12C9DDC27You may want to give a second thought to the age-old saying that laughter is the best medicine. According to the American Heart Association, laughing may help prevent heart attacks. Allowing your funny bone to be tickled on a regular basis and taking a positive look at life may increase your longevity. Having a more light-hearted life in among the most enjoyable things you can do for your health. 3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=8543C5B2-A21A-4B95-A697-9A726E52634AThough they've been taking us where we need to go for years, many of us take our trusty feet for granted. Unfortunately, many people with diabetes face unique challenges when it comes to keeping their feet healthy and safe. But you can take simple steps to protect your feet from the everyday dangers that lurk unseen, and sometimes even unfelt. If you have diabetes, here are tips to help you care for your feet. 3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=5208077E-F02E-47C4-8B5F-D99353B38DF8Playing sports can help your children be healthy and happy, and being involved in organized athletics can teach your kids tolerance, self-discipline, and hard work. Playing sports can be very dangerous, however, if you don't follow safety precautions. Millions of pediatric bone fractures, dislocations, and muscle injuries are treated each year as a result of recreational activities. How can you keep your children safe while letting them enjoy athletics? 3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=6E2CAE3D-CDA6-464A-8D26-0B90C4E96F1FDoctors and scientists usually can't say for sure what causes a case of oral cancer, but they do know that certain risk factors such tobacco, alcohol, ultraviolet light, physical irritation, and poor nutrition may be responsible. Are any of these factors affecting the health of your mouth and increasing your risk of developing oral cancer? Here are tips to help minimize your risks and take good care of your mouth and throat. 3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM http://www.myhealthpublisher.com/article/default.aspx?cuid=B1E21AE9-C54E-4BB4-A2FE-9F5A5C9375DC&guid=10730C4E-A919-4F5D-AB35-4FE2DE46AE9FWarmer weather is right around the corner and along with it are potentially irritating allergens called pollen. According to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, about 10 percent of the population in America is affected by pollen allergies. If allergies tend to get you down, use these online resources to help you beat the springtime sniffles by staying on top of the current pollen counts, weather trends, and research. 3/12/2010 5:17:38 PM