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The Truth About Coronavirus I Coronavirus Survival Manual

April 13, 2020 By D Marie 8 Comments

The Truth About Coronavirus

Let me begin by stating that this post is three weeks in the making. My husband had a cerebral vascular accident (stroke) last month, landing us in the center of the Coronavirus world; a New York hospital. What I share now is the most up-to-date, researched data available. Therefore, this post will be updated daily with new metrics for the remainder of the Covid-19 pandemic. In sharing the TRUTH about Coronavirus we can tamp down fear. Above all we'll need empowerment for the tough months ahead. And foremost, we must respect the needs of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Health Tagged With: Coronavirus, Coronavirus Survival, Health, pandemic, prevention, Virus

The Health Benefits of Urban Parks and Green Spaces

February 24, 2020 By D Marie 1 Comment

Health benefits of urban parks

When it comes to modern life in urban areas, some of the things most of us associate them with are inactivity, stress, crowded spaces, and polluted air. However, there are indicators that this perception of cities may change. More urban areas are benefiting from the introduction of green spaces and urban parks. According to an article published in the Journal of Public Health, green spaces have been found to have a significant impact on urban health. Still other studies have linked them with an increased sense of well-being and better physical … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Health Tagged With: Health, Nature, Outdoors

How to Monitor Blood Pressure for Stroke Awareness and Prevention

May 16, 2019 By D Marie 5 Comments

Omron EVOLV Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor

For those readers following along, I received my Doctor of Physical Therapy degree this past weekend. During that two and one-half years of study, much focus was trained on the global burden of disease. Specifically, potentially preventable diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease, including stroke. High blood pressure is the number one cause of all strokes. However, by controlling your blood pressure, the risk of stroke can decrease by 50%. The new and exciting telemedicine measures presently being introduced put prevention into … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Health Tagged With: blood pressure, Health, healthy lifestyle, stroke, wellness

Staying Motivated on Your Path to a Healthy Diet

May 13, 2019 By D Marie 5 Comments

Tips to stay fit and eat healthfully

If you find yourself struggling to feel motivated to stick to your goal to eat healthfully, get fit, and give up unhealthy habits, it’s important to know you’re not alone. No matter how far you’ve slipped, there are ways to regain your momentum and set yourself back on the healthy path. Here are three tips to help you regain your momentum and get you back on the right path.   Keep It Simple: Introduce Healthy Foods Into Your Diet to Eat Healthfully   If your first step is to eliminate unhealthy foods, you might fall off the wagon … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Health Tagged With: fitness, Health, healthy foods, healthy lifestyle, motivation

3 Key Benefits of Using TENS for Lower Back Pain Relief

October 29, 2018 By D Marie 7 Comments

Use TENS for lower back pain relief

Acute or chronic, lower back pain is one of the most common symptoms prompting a doctor's visit. In fact, globally the burden of this disorder grows yearly. In 2016 alone, it contributed to 57.6 million of the totality of years lived with disability (YLD) worldwide (Shipton, Pain and Therapy, 2018). It is no wonder that lower back pain relief is a growing focus of health care providers. *Omron sponsored this post. I received compensation and an Omron Avail wireless TENS device for the purpose of this review. All stated thoughts and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Health Tagged With: low back pain, lower back pain, pain relief, Physical Therapy

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Physical therapist, doctor at 60!, special needs advocate, and late-in-life runner, I offer prescriptions for a happy and full lifestyle for all.

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