Fireworks displays are one of the most recognizable symbols of Independence Day. But there are risks, warns Lions Clubs International, a worldwide service organization dedicated to the conservation of sight. Each year, thousands of people across the country suffer serious eye injuries because of fireworks, and nearly three-quarters of those injuries occur around the July Fourth holiday. About 2,000 eye…
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Yoga Your Way To Physical And Mental Fitness
Although considered by many simply as an exercise fad, yoga practice has in fact helped thousands of people in improving their physical and mental fitness. Remember the golden rule of never judging a book by its cover; if you think that yoga’s all about bending and breathing and nothing else, think again. The History of Yoga The practice of yoga…
Eye Protection Should Be A Slam Dunk
A quick-thinking tournament doctor put in a call to an ophthalmologist following the gruesome collision between Villanova’s Allan Ray and a Pittsburgh player, and that call may have saved Ray’s sight. The collision occurred during the March 10 Big East tournament game. “This young man is very fortunate, as he could have suffered a permanent, basketball-career-ending injury,” said John Stechschulte,…
Computer Ergonomics And Repetitive Stress Injuries
More than anything else, the main goal of computer ergonomics to work to reduce repetitive stress injuries that can result through the regular use of a computer and related equipment. Through this article, a brief overview of repetitive stress injuries is provided, particularly as these injuries relate to computer use and computer ergonomics. Generally speaking, repetitive stress injuries are referred…
Baby Boomers Sports And Gym Injury Risks Avoid Over 40s Exercise Injuries
Due to health care education, more people, who are over forty, those born in 1946 to 1964, commonly known as the baby boomers, are realizing the benefits of taking up sports or exercising in a gym. This is well and good since exercising regularly severely cut the risks of contracting aging and obesity related potentially killer diseases such as diabetes,…
The Rules Of Go Kart Survival
Back in the olden days, when the only go kart tracks in the neighborhood were located at the nearby family fun centers, accidents were few and far between. But with the specialized go kart tracks and the higher speeds we see today it is wise to be aware of and to follow a few simple safety precautions. With the lower…
Bulky Waists Health Hazards And Improper Methods For Weight Loss
Having a big waist and belly is not just a cosmetic issue but also a health threat. Medical studies show that having waistlines above 35 inches for women and 40 inches for men may increase the risk of developing several health ailments. These ailments may include heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and certain cancers. A bulkier waistline may double or quadruple…
Sports Injury An Athlete S Worst Nightmare
Sports injury…it is every athletes’ worst nightmare. For professional sportsmen and women, a major injury could be the end of their career. Breaking an ankle, dislocating a shoulder or hip, or having unbearable pain in the knees could cause an athlete to lose the opportunity to gain honor, fame, and fortune in the field of sports. For individuals who engage…
First Aid Treatment For Bodybuilding Injuries
Prevention is better than cure, so avoid bodybuilding injuries by having proper warm ups before exercising and use correct form and techniques when training with weights. Many of you who have followed my articles will know that I am a serious advocate of avoiding bodybuilding injuries by constantly emphasizing on proper warm ups and using proper form and techniques during…
The Truths And Myths Of Masturbation
Most men are still clueless about masturbation, yet they do this activity almost everyday. Thus, when people make up even the most absurd stories about masturbation, some men easily fall into the trap of believing it. These absurd stories are often called myths which are ideas that may sound really possible when you first hear about it. However, when considered…