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Make Small Changes To Prevent Diabetes

  (Family Features) When it comes to health, making positive lifestyle changes is a goal for many people. But often times no matter how good the intentions, these changes only last a few weeks. Most people know what they need to do to improve their health — taking steps like making smart... Read More

Tips for Making the Most of Your Medicare Advantage Plan

  “The start of a new year is the perfect time to take stock of the coverage and benefits available to you through your Medicare Advantage plan,” said Dr. Rhonda Randall, chief medical officer of UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement. “Many Medicare beneficiaries are pleasantly surprised when they discover all the ways... Read More

World Health Organization: Cell Phones Potentially Linked To Cancer

The World Health Organization International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified radiofrequency electromagnetic fields as possibly carcinogenic to humans, based on an increased risk for glioma, a malignant type of brain cancer, associated with wireless phone use. This is of particular concern to African-Americans and Latinos as many... Read More

Five Benefits of the New HealthCare Law

Federally mandated changes regarding healthcare affect everyone so Decisive Latino brings you this update from USA.gov. Today, you can take advantage of five major benefits of the new healthcare law, and several other important provisions will go into effect by 2015. To help you better understand the Affordable Care Act, which... Read More

Heart Failure 101

By Eugene Chung, MD, FACC   Heart failure is a disease with many faces and causes. Generally, in heart failure (HF), the pumping ability of the heart is weakened. It is sometimes referred to as an “enlarged heart.” Patients experience undue fatigue, shortness of breath with exertion, abdominal bloating and leg swelling. Most commonly, the heart’s... Read More

Tips for Minorities to Reduce Risk Factors for Heart Disease

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EPA Launches Anti-Poisoning Awareness Campaign

When it comes to keeping our children safe, new information and tips are alway welcome. Decisive Latino has learned that as part of National Poison Prevention Week (March 20-26), the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends that locking household cleaners, disinfectants, solvents and other materials is the best way...

All Allergens Aren't Airborne

For 23 million Americans -- including 7 million children -- spring showers bring more than rejuvenation. They bring sniffles, sneezes and wheezing that could only mean allergy season is around the corner. But before you run for cover indoors this spring, take heed: One of the most...

Exercise Can Control Type 2 Diabetes

Decisive Media has learned new guidelines on exercise for people with diabetes are likely to open some eyes—and, for those who follow them, help prevent or manage diabetes, improve overall health and boost quality of life. A panel of nine experts developed the recommendations, published this month...

Create A Healthy Smile For The New Year

People love to experience that "fresh from the dentist" feeling, when the tip of the tongue glides effortlessly and smoothly over a freshly cleaned set of pearly whites. So, why not have that feeling all of the time? Decisive Magazine has learned these tips will lead to a...

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Make Small Changes To Prevent Diabetes
Tips for Making the Most of Your Medicare Advantage Plan
World Health Organization: Cell Phones Potentially Linked To Cancer
Five Benefits of the New HealthCare Law
Heart Failure 101
Tips for Minorities to Reduce Risk Factors for Heart Disease
EPA Launches Anti-Poisoning Awareness Campaign
All Allergens Aren't Airborne
Exercise Can Control Type 2 Diabetes
Create A Healthy Smile For The New Year
Assessing Your Risk of Heart Disease: The Role of Family History
Donna Richardson Joyner's Holiday Fitness Tips
Addressing Health Concerns of Older Adults
Five Tips for Latino Parents to Avoid Childhood Obesity
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Whooping Cough Vaccine Recommended For Seniors To Protect Infants
The Link Between Diabetes and Heart Disease
Survey Finds More Older Adults Engaging In Unprotected Sex
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How Your Toothbrush Can Prevent Heart Disease
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Tips to Avoid Heart Disease
Harris Poll: Fewer Smokers, More Obesity
How to Keep The Air in Your Home Healthy
The Truth About Pink Slime
Tips For Heart Healthy Eating
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Drinking Is Good For You
Tips For Preventing Childhood Obesity
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Tips for Consuming Calcium
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