Winning With Willis | Healthy Headlines WinningWithWillis.com http://www.winningwithwillis.com en-us Copyright Willis Group Holdings Current Healthy Headlines: Prevent CO Poisoning /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Thursday, 22 Feb 2012 1:00:00 GMT When power outages occur after severe weather (such as hurricanes or tornadoes), using alternative sources of power can cause carbon monoxide (CO) to build up in a home and poison the people and animals inside

]]> Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_02212012.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Thursday, 16 Feb 2012 1:00:00 GMT General Information Chronic fatigue syndrome, or CFS, is a devastating and complex disorder characterized by overwhelming fatigue that is not improved by bed rest and that may be worsened by physical or mental activity. People with CFS most often function at a significantly lower level of activity than they were capable of before the onset of illness.

]]> Where's the sodium? There's too much in many common foods. /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_02152012.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Thursday, 9 Feb 2012 1:00:00 GMT About 90% of Americans eat more sodium than is recommended for a healthy diet.

]]> Are Your Kids Protected from HPV-related Cancers? /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_02092012.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Thursday, 26 Jan 2012 1:00:00 GMT Protect your sons and daughters from human papillomavirus (HPV)-related cancer and other diseases associated with HPV by getting them the HPV vaccine. It takes 3 shots to complete the series, so make sure they get all 3 to be protected.

]]> Are You at High Risk for Serious Illness from Flu? /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_01252012.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Friday, 20 Jan 2012 1:00:00 GMT If you are at high risk, flu vaccination is especially important to decrease your risk of severe flu illness. Get your flu vaccine today.

]]> Smoking Cessation /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_01202012.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Monday, 09 Jan 2012 1:00:00 GMT As the New Year begins, resolve to make 2012 the year that you quit smoking. Help is available to help you quit for good this year.

]]> Women's Health 2011: A Year in Review /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_01092012.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 28 Dec 2011 1:00:00 GMT Review some of the contributions CDC made to women's health in 2011.

]]> Put Your Medicines Up and Away and Out of Sight /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_12282011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 14 Dec 2011 1:00:00 GMT More than 60,000 young children end up in emergency rooms each year because they got into medicines while their caregiver wasn't looking. Always put every medicine and vitamin up and away every time you use it.

]]> December 4-10 is National Influenza Vaccination Week! /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_12132011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Tuesday, 06 Dec 2011 1:00:00 GMT December 4-10 is National Influenza Vaccination Week. An annual flu vaccine is the single best way to prevent this serious illness. CDC wants you to know it's not too late to vaccinate!

]]> Flu Vaccines Have Good Safety Records /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_12062011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Tuesday, 29 Nov 2011 1:00:00 GMT Influenza (flu) vaccines are recommended for everyone 6 months of age and older. Scientific studies and ongoing monitoring continue to show that flu vaccines are safe for use and offer the best defense modern medicine currently has at its disposal to protect against the flu and its serious complications.

]]> Managing Diabetes During the Holidays /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_11292011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Tuesday, 23 Nov 2011 1:00:00 GMT Having diabetes shouldn't stop you from enjoying holiday celebrations and travel. With some planning and a little work, you can stay healthy on the road and at holiday gatherings with friends and family.

]]> Lung Cancer Awareness /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_11152011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Tuesday, 15 Nov 2011 1:00:00 GMT Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in both men and women. Smoking causes 80 to 90 percent of cases of lung cancer. Don't smoke, and avoid secondhand smoke.

]]> Diabetes & Pregnancy /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_11092011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 09 Nov 2011 1:00:00 GMT Learn how to control your blood sugar before and during pregnancy to help prevent birth defects and other poor outcomes, such as miscarriages or stillbirths.

]]> Stay Healthy With Diabetes and Prevent Type 2 /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_11022011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 2 Nov 2011 1:00:00 GMT You have the power to prevent and control diabetes. If you already have diabetes, work to lower your risk of serious complications. If you don't have the disease, learn if you are at risk for type 2 diabetes.

]]> Halloween Health and Safety /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_10272011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 27 Oct 2011 1:00:00 GMT It's the Halloween season and the ghosts and goblins are near. They come to steal healthy living habits, but have no fear! Learn tips for a safe and healthy Halloween.

]]> Excessive Drinking Costs U.S. $223.5 Billion /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_10192011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 19 Oct 2011 1:00:00 GMT A new study finds that excessive alcohol consumption cost the United States $223.5 billion in 2006, or about $1.90 per drink. By implementing effective community-based prevention strategies, we can reduce excessive alcohol consumption and its costs.

]]> Mortality From Congenital Heart Defects /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_10112011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Tuesday, 11 Oct 2011 1:00:00 GMT A recent CDC study showed that deaths from congenital heart defects have declined over time. This is important to understand how changes in treatment potentially have affected how long people are living with these conditions.

]]> Top 10 Cancers Among Women /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_10032011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Monday, 03 Oct 2011 2:14:00 GMT Screening tests and the HPV vaccine can help prevent some of the most common types of cancer in women.
The 10 most commonly diagnosed cancers among women in the United States in 2007 (the most recent year for which statistics are available) included cancers of the breast, lung, colon and rectum, uterus, and thyroid; non-Hodgkin lymphoma; melanomas of the skin; and cancers of the ovary, kidney, and pancreas.

]]> World Alzheimer's Day /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_09292011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 21 SEP 2011 01:00:00 GMT September 21st is World Alzheimer's Day. Learn more about Alzheimer's disease and efforts to address the nation's sixth leading cause of death.

]]> Million Hearts: Preventing Heart Attacks and Strokes /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_09212011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Tuesday, 13 SEP 2011 01:00:00 GMT Announced on September 13, 2011, Million Hearts is a national initiative to prevent 1 million heart attacks and strokes over the next 5 years.

]]> CDC Reports Vital Information on Smoking /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_09132011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Friday, 09 SEP 2011 01:00:00 GMT New report shows expanded efforts are needed to reduce adult smoking. Although the percentage of American adults who smoke has decreased since 2005, nearly one in five adults smoke, and large disparities continue to exist.

]]> Promoting Healthier Foods and Beverages In U.S. Schools /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_09092011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 31 AUG 2011 01:00:00 GMT The school environment is one of several settings that can influence children's food choices and eating habits. By ensuring that only nutritious food options are available, schools can model healthy eating behaviors and help improve dietetic intake.

]]> Four Specific Health Behaviors Contribute to a Longer Life /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_08312011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 17 AUG 2011 01:00:00 GMT A new study examines the impact of four health behaviors on chronic disease. Practicing healthier behaviors contributes to a longer and healthier life.

]]> Pink Eye: Usually Mild and Easy to Treat /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_08242011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 17 AUG 2011 01:00:00 GMT Pink, itchy eyes? Conjunctivitis – or pink eye – is common in adults and children. It sometimes needs medical treatment, depending on the cause. Know the symptoms, get treatment if needed, and prevent it from spreading.

]]> School Starts Soon—Is Your Child Fully Vaccinated? /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_08122011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Friday, 12 AUG 2011 01:00:00 GMT As you help your kids get ready for school, make sure they're fully vaccinated. Web tools from CDC can help parents and doctors keep children up-to-date with the vaccines they need and protected from serious diseases.

]]> World Hepatitis Day /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_08112011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Friday, 05 AUG 2011 01:00:00 GMT Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C can become chronic, life-long infections which can lead to liver cancer. Millions of Americans are living with chronic viral hepatitis, and many do not know they are infected.

]]> People with Disabilities: Living Healthy /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_08032011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Thursday, 28 JUL 2011 01:00:00 GMT If you are living with a disability or provide services for people with disabilities, learn about health care and health programs to support the overall well-being of people with disabilities.

]]> Cancer Prevention Starts in Childhood /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_07282011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Monday, 12 JUL 2011 01:00:00 GMT Reduce your children's risk of getting many types of cancer later in life. Start by helping them adopt a healthy lifestyle with good eating habits and plenty of exercise to keep a healthy weight. Then follow the tips below to help prevent specific types of cancer.

]]> Tetanus: Make Sure You and Your Child Are Fully Immunized /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_07202011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Monday, 12 JUL 2011 01:00:00 GMT Playing outdoors can mean getting cuts that may become infected with bacteria commonly found in soil, including the ones that cause tetanus. Tetanus vaccine can help prevent tetanus disease, commonly known as "lockjaw."

]]> Men's Health /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_07112011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 06 JUL 2011 01:00:00 GMT Men: Take daily steps to live a safer and healthier life, and protect yourself from disease and injury.

]]> Reducing Access to Sugar-sweetened Beverages Among Youth /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_07062011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines frIday, 24 JUN 2011 01:00:00 GMT Youth should drink fewer sugar-sweetened beverages and more water and low-fat or fat-free milk, or limited amounts of 100% fruit juices. Families, schools, and other institutions need to provide healthy beverage choices.

]]> National HIV Testing Day Calls Us All to Action /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_06232011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 15 JUN 2011 01:00:00 GMT Getting tested for HIV is easy. More testing opportunities are now available, especially around June 27th, National HIV Testing Day (NHTD). During the week of the 21st, up to NHTD, there will be thousands of organizations offering HIV testing and hosting special NHTD events. Take the Test, Take Control..

]]> Make This Father's Day Smoke-Free /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_06212011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 15 JUN 2011 01:00:00 GMT Every June, families and communities across the United States take time to celebrate Father's Day and to honor and express appreciation for dads everywhere. Make this Father's Day smoke-free.

]]> Spring and Summer Outdoor Safety /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_06152011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 08 JUN 2011 01:00:00 GMT It's springtime and that means it's time to go outside and enjoy the weather.

]]> Regular Eye Exams Help Keep Vision Healthy /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_06082011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 01 JUN 2011 01:00:00 GMT It's important to take care of your eyes. Poor vision makes it harder to read, drive, and handle money. The good news: Many eye problems and diseases can be treated if caught early..

]]> May Is Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Protect Your Skin /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_06012011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Tuesday, 24 MAY 2011 01:00:00 GMT While you enjoy the outdoors this summer, protect yourself from skin cancer by seeking shade, wearing sunglasses, a hat, and sun-protective clothing, and using sunscreen

]]> Obesity Trends in Adults with Arthritis /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_05242011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Tuesday, 17 MAY 2011 01:00:00 GMT Obesity rates are 54% higher among adults with arthritis compared to those without the condition. Take control of arthritis. Be active and adopt good eating habits to achieve a healthy weight.

]]> May is High Blood Pressure Education Month /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_05172011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Thursday, 12 MAY 2011 01:00:00 GMT Nearly 68 million people have high blood pressure, which is also called hypertension, in the U.S. Hypertension increases the risk for heart disease and stroke, the first and third leading causes of death.

]]> Autism: Be a Family's Champion, Learn the Signs /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_05112011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Thursday, 05 MAY 2011 01:00:00 GMT This Autism Awareness Month, take a moment to "learn the signs" and become a champion by helping a family to "act early" when there is a concern of developmental delay.

]]> 25 States and DC are Smoke-Free /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_05052011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Friday, 29 APR 2011 01:00:00 GMT Secondhand smoke causes about 46,000 heart disease deaths and 3,400 lung cancer deaths among U.S. nonsmoking adults annually. States have made progress in implementing smoke-free laws; however, many residents lack protection, particularly in the South.

]]> April Is Alcohol Awareness Month /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_04292011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 6 APR 2011 01:00:00 GMT April marks Alcohol Awareness Month. This year, CDC is drawing attention to the risks to women from binge drinking, a dangerous behavior that leads to many health and social problems for women, particularly if they are pregnant or may become pregnant.

]]> Frequently Asked Questions about a Radiation Emergency /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines04142011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Monday, 31 Mar 2011 01:00:00 GMT What Is Radiation?

  • Radiation is a form of energy that is naturally present all around us.
  • Different types of radiation exist, some of which have more energy than others.
]]> Basic Information /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_03312011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Monday, 28 Mar 2011 01:00:00 GMT Asthma is a disease that affects your lungs. It is one of the most common long-term diseases of children, but adults have asthma, too. Asthma causes repeated episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and nighttime or early morning coughing. If you have asthma, you have it all the time, but you will have asthma attacks only when something bothers your lungs.

]]> Screen for Life: National Colorectal Cancer Action Campaign /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_03282011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Monday, 21 Mar 2011 01:00:00 GMT In Screen for Life public service announcements, actor/musician Terrence Howard talks about his mother's death from colon cancer. He says, "This is personal. Let my heartbreak be your wake-up call.

]]> Learn TBI Signs, Symptoms and How to Respond /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_03212011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Thusday, 10 Mar 2011 01:00:00 GMT March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a critical time when you can raise awareness about this important public health problem.

]]> Fruits and Vegetables /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_03092011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Friday, 04 Mar 2011 01:00:00 GMT "Eat your fruits and vegetables." You've likely heard this statement since childhood. Research shows why it is good advice

]]> On a Budget? Learn Cheap Ways to Be Healthy /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_03042011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Thursday, 24 Feb 2011 01:00:00 GMT Learn free or low cost ways to be healthy.

]]> Untreated Dental Caries (Cavities) in Children Ages 2-19, United States /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_02242011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Wednesday, 16 Feb 2011 01:00:00 GMT Over 19% of children ages 2-19 have untreated cavities; a child's complete preventive dental program should include fluoride, twice-daily brushing, wise food choices, and regular dental care.

]]> February is American Heart Month /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_02162011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Friday, 04 Feb 2011 01:00:00 GMT Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Learn about heart disease prevention.

]]> Get the Facts on Diabetes /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_02042011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines Thursday, 27 Jan 2011 01:00:00 GMT Nearly 26 million Americans have diabetes and an estimated 79 million adults have prediabetes. The new estimates show how important it is to make healthy lifestyle choices to prevent type 2 diabetes.

]]> Test Your Knowledge: Health and Safety Quizzes and Tools /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_01262011.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines_29Dec2010 Wednesday, 29 dec 2010 12:19:00 GMT Use quizzes and tools to learn more about your health and safety.

]]> Managing Diabetes During the Holidays /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_12292010.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines_21Dec2010 Tuesday, 21 Dec 2010 12:19:00 GMT Having diabetes shouldn't stop you from enjoying holiday celebrations and travel. With some planning and a little work, you can stay healthy on the road and at holiday gatherings with friends and family.

Preparation is the key to managing diabetes during holiday travel and festivities. Know what you'll be eating, how to enjoy a few traditional favorites while sticking with a healthy meal plan, and how to pack necessary supplies for a trip, and you're all set to celebrate!

]]> Lung Cancer Awareness /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_11252010.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines_01Nov2010 Friday, 19 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT The 2010 World Stroke Day campaign is asking people to commit to 6 ways to reduce their likelihood of having a stroke.

]]> 50 Million US Adults Have Arthritis /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_11182010.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines_01Nov2010 Monday, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT The 2010 World Stroke Day campaign is asking people to commit to 6 ways to reduce their likelihood of having a stroke.

]]> Healthy Headlines: World Stroke Day /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_11052010.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines_01Nov2010 Friday, 29 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT The 2010 World Stroke Day campaign is asking people to commit to 6 ways to reduce their likelihood of having a stroke.

]]> For Parents: Young Children and Adverse Drug Events /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_11032010.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines_21Oct2010 Thursday, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT When someone has been harmed by a medicine, they have had an adverse drug event. To reduce the risk of harm from adverse drug events in young children, parents should:

]]> Healthy Eating for a Healthy Weight /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_10182010.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines_18Sept2010 Monday, 18 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT A healthy lifestyle involves many choices. Among them, choosing a balanced diet or eating plan. So how do you choose a healthy eating plan? Let's begin by defining what a healthy eating plan is.

]]> Impaired Driving /HealthyHeadlines/HealthyHeadlines_09022010.aspx WinningWithwillis.com HealthyHeadlines_01Aug2010 Sun, 01 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT Drinking alcohol and driving is a dangerous combination. Take steps to prevent impaired driving and protect yourself, your passengers, and others on the road.

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