Month: August 2014

It’s the Birthday of LBJ! Lyndon Baines Johnson was born on August 27, 1908, in central Texas, not far from Johnson City, which his family had helped settle. In 1937 he campaigned successfully for the House of Representatives on a New Deal platform, effectively aided by his wife, the former Claudia “Lady Bird” Taylor, whom … Read more

Medicare Card, Common Cancer Myths and Misconceptions

Medicare Card, Large parts of the country are experiencing power outages

Medicare Card, Tips for When the Weather is Bad

Tips on what to know when your power goes out. * To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, use generators, pressure washers, grills, and similar items outdoors only. *  If the power is out longer than two hours, throw away food that has a temperature higher than 40°F. *  Check with local authorities to be sure your … Read more

Blood pressure is the force of blood against the walls of the arteries. High blood pressure (hypertension) increases your chance of heart disease, and is dangerous because it often has no symptoms. Prevent high blood pressure by reducing sodium (salt) intake, being active, and keeping a healthy weight.  

Medicare Card, Prevalence of allergies the same, regardless of where you live

Medicare Card, The Condition of Your Home Could Impact Your Health

Medicare Card, Two surgeries for pelvic prolapse found similarly effective, safe

Medicare Card, Researchers find reason why many vein grafts fail