November 16, 2007 RSS feed / Health & Wellness

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Tips on surviving the cold and flu season

Cold and flu season is rapidly approaching, and consumers will have a wide array of over-the-counter medications to treat their symptoms. More...

Something to smile about: keeping teeth and gums healthy

Much like a house or car, the body requires maintenance, including the teeth and gums. However, many people may not be aware of the best ways to take care of their teeth and gums and which foods can contribute to good oral health. More...

Medical marijuana meeting set

The patient advocacy group Safe Access Now will host a town-hall meeting for Ventura County's medical marijuana patients, their caregivers and advocates from 4 to 6 p.m. Sun., Nov. 18 at Foster Library private meeting room, 651 E. More...

Staying healthy in an office job

For exercise, take extra steps in the workplace

Sitting at a desk eight hours a day, five days a week can leave little time for exercise. More...

Farrell moves practice

Christine Farrell has moved her bioidentical hormone therapy practice to 3180 Willow Lane, Westlake Village. More...

Swimming program announces new location

South Coast Masters Swimming will now have team workouts at Oaks Christian School as well as its usual sessions at California Lutheran University. Workouts at Oaks Christian School are from 5:30 to 6:30 a.m. More...

Diabetes can cause eye problems

By John Wood, OD Special to the Acorn

November is National Diabetes Month. Anyone who has or may be at risk for diabetes should have an annual eye examination. "Diabetes affects 18.2 million Americans, 5.2 million of which may not know they have the disease," said Dr. More...