http://www.womensweb.ca Women's Web RSS Feed en-us Copyright 2004-2008 Women's Web. All rights reserved. contact@womensweb.ca contact@womensweb.ca http://backend.userland.com/rss2 30 Women's Web K2News Management Beta 1.2 http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1732 You may be delaying medical treatment while keeping yourself and your family afloat through the recession. But if you delay medical treatment for a problem that you feel isn't bad enough to justify the cost and time lost from work right now, you could be doing more to sink yourself financially than anything the economy may throw at you. Health http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1732 http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1731 Women still spend more time than their male counterparts on caring for families and managing household activities. Because of this, women often put others' needs ahead of their own health and well-being. However, studies show that when a woman is diagnosed with a disease, her social network and relationships can affect her long-term health. This is true for chronic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, where close relationships can lead to better physical and emotional health, and the ability to complete daily tasks more easily. Arthritis http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1731 http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1730 Pregnant women have a lot on their to-do list, but rarely does it seem that flu protection is part of their prenatal health plan. This year, the flu presents an added threat to pregnant women and their newborns because of the new H1N1 (swine) flu virus. And the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and women's health experts have identified pregnant women as a priority group for seasonal and H1N1 flu vaccination. Cold & Flu http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1730 http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1729 Asthma and allergy triggers—called allergens—accumulate in unexpected places throughout your home. Furniture, bedding, curtains, drapes and carpeting can each house dust mites, pet dander and outside allergens entering through the windows. Here are some tips from appliance manufacturer LG Electronics to reduce the number of allergens in every room. Allergies http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1729 http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1728 Americans are taking a closer look at their own personal health and assessing changes they can make, as the topic of health care remains front and center. More and more, people are paying attention to the cost of prevention and care for chronic illnesses such as diabetes, as they have a high risk for health complications. diabetes http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1728 http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1727 Teaching kids healthy habits can be tough. From learning how to apply sunscreen to knowing how often to bathe, kids need help from mom and dad on caring for their bodies—including their skin, hair and nails. Health http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1727 http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1726 Your best defense against swine flu and other viruses this flu season may well be the humble paper hand towel. At least one study shows that using a disposable hand towel to dry your hands reduces germs on them by 77 percent. Cold & Flu http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1726 http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1725 Despite gout's growing prevalence, results from a survey of more than 2,000 Americans reveal that 65 percent of adults admitted to being "not at all knowledgeable" about gout. The new survey by the Gout & Uric Acid Education Society illustrates major gaps in the public's understanding of the condition. Arthritis http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1725 http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1724 Every 70 seconds, someone develops Alzheimer's.This progressive, irreversible neurological disorder has no cure, but the earlier someone you love is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, the sooner he or she can receive the treatment they need. Alzheimer's Disease http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1724 http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1723 You stretch before your workout, stay hydrated throughout and follow safe cool-down steps afterward. But while you're enjoying your active lifestyle, are you doing enough to take care of two of your most valuable physical assets, your eyes? Vision http://www.womensweb.ca/k2news/#newsitem1723