Getting motivated to move
Local ways to have fun in the sun and get fit Polk County area residents...
Just say NO to lazy days of summer
The benefits of keeping kids active and fit while school is out Although they’re called...
Pop Quiz: Are you setting realistic fitness goals?
Nine questions to help you get on your way to success Diets, exercise, gym memberships...
Word of Mouth: Myths About Implants Debunked, Part III: Are they Affordable?
In my last two columns (part 1 | part 2), we debunked some common myths...
What you should know about lesser-known cancers
Understanding the signs and symptoms for males of all ages Although breast cancer is usually...
Meet the father of Family Fun and Fitness at the Fountain
Nat West: A man with plans for a better tomorrow A statue of a little...
Q&A: Facts vs. fiction of male ‘menopause’
Dr. Allan Alberton provides medical insight for men and what to expect during their change...
Pop Quiz: Knowing your heart disease and stroke risk
Are you controlling those health factors within reach? For men, heart disease and stroke together...
How chronic pain affects your mood
Q&A with Dr. Edward Lubin on the link between mental illness and pain that lasts...
Pop Quiz: Is your child at risk for cyberbullying?
Quiz your knowledge so you can recognize the warning signs and help prevent the worst...
Good vs. bad stress at work
How to recognize and change patterns that effect your physical and mental health Eustress (a.k.a...
Caring for your mental health
How to stay sane and make the most of your genetic heritage When a couple...
Pop Quiz: How to alleviate mobility issues
Test your knowledge of mobility precautions to help keep your senior loved one active and...
Long-term health: Considering your BMI
The importance of discussing your Body Mass Index with your physician Since 2003, Polk Vision...
Aging gracefully
What will your health look like in 40 years? Medical science has made inroads against...
Q&A on the most lethal form of dementia
Dr. Gordon J. Rafool shares the symptoms and treatment options of Alzheimer’s disease Alzheimer’s disease...
Pop Quiz: Establishing a solid oral care foundation
Will your child have a future Filled with healthy smiles? Teeth add to your smile...
To smile or not to smile
Dr. Karen Teston and other local experts on oral hygiene and your overall health Some...
Community outreach programs make check-ups more available
Free dental exams, preventative tooth care, and more Several outreach programs in Polk County recently...
Helping make the healthier choice, the easier choice
About the Building a Healthier Polk initiative Building a Healthier Polk is a group of...