Macon Telegraph: Health http://www.macon.com/142/index.xml News, sports and entertainment from Macon Telegraph en-us Copyright 2009 Macon Telegraph Health 60 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:01:30 EDT http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss McClatchy Interactive's PubSys feedback@macon.com 7 solutions for sleepless situations http://www.macon.com/142/story/776145.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/776145.html Sun, 12 Jul 2009 21:57 EDT 1. You can’t fall asleep Don’t stay in bed. It turns your sanctuary into a torture chamber and actually decreases your sleep drive. Instead, practice good “sleep hygiene” by reducing your caffeine intake, exercising (but not too close to bedtime) and avoiding stimulating activities, such as TV and computer use. Resist the urge to knock yourself out with wine, because alcohol prevents deep sleep. If anxiety is keeping you up, keep the lights dim, get out of bed and listen to music, talk radio or an audio book with your eyes closed. Go back to bed when you feel drowsy. Healthy Dates http://www.macon.com/142/story/776134.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/776134.html Sun, 12 Jul 2009 21:36 EDT Heartland Hospice Volunteer Training Looking for caring and dedicated people with an interest in serving terminally ill patients and their families. Volunteers provide services such as friendly visiting, errand running, child care and clerical services. Call Mary Jane Gardner, (478) 314-0150. Agony of options Cancer patients deluged with choices (PHOTOS) http://www.macon.com/142/story/769197.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/769197.html Sun, 05 Jul 2009 22:35 EDT Choices overwhelm cancer patients Complete summer with sizzle of the grill http://www.macon.com/142/story/765991.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/765991.html Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:12 EDT What is red, white and blue and seen all around America? New workout gear helps you look hot and stay cool http://www.macon.com/142/story/762493.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/762493.html Sun, 28 Jun 2009 22:47 EDT Just because you’re sweating, doesn’t mean you can’t look great, too. Healthy Dates http://www.macon.com/142/story/762499.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/762499.html Sun, 28 Jun 2009 22:52 EDT Heartland Hospice Volunteer Training Looking for caring and dedicated people with an interest in serving terminally ill patients and their families. Volunteers provide services such as friendly visiting, errand running, child care and clerical services. Call Mary Jane Gardner, (478) 314-0150. Advance Directives For Final Healthcare 9-10 a.m. July 13, Coliseum Northside Hospital Conference Room, Macon. Nancy White is the presenter. Call (478) 464-8171. Eat healthy during summer by avoiding those hidden calories http://www.macon.com/142/story/758210.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/758210.html Wed, 24 Jun 2009 16:47 EDT Summer is the season for swimsuits and snacky treats. But to stay feeling and looking good, remember to watch what you eat. While a cool smoothie sounds refreshing on a hot day, be careful. These berry beverages can pack quite a caloric punch. Too many fail to follow hand-washing guidelines http://www.macon.com/142/story/755213.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/755213.html Sun, 21 Jun 2009 22:24 EDT Everyone knows how to wash their hands. Warm water, lots of soap, a vigorous and thorough scrubbing, a good drying. Moms pound it into us from the time we’re toddlers. What’s really in the water? http://www.macon.com/142/story/748268.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/748268.html Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:29 EDT Pool season is upon us, with public swimming pools opened everywhere Memorial Day weekend. So come on in. The water’s warm. Old man and the gym: 82-year-old trainer still going strong http://www.macon.com/142/story/740727.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/740727.html Sun, 07 Jun 2009 22:32 EDT LEDE, Calif. — http://www.macon.com/142/story/719037.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/719037.html Sun, 17 May 2009 20:17 EDT NEW YORK — So you’re skipping the fancy coffees, brown bagging to work and going longer between haircuts. Healthy Dates http://www.macon.com/142/story/711389.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/711389.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:37 EDT Lupus Walk Volunteers Needed Call (478) 238-6862 for more information. Earth in the balance http://www.macon.com/142/story/688304.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/688304.html Sun, 19 Apr 2009 23:33 EDT By Alyson Ward Be cautious of warning signs of pre-diabetes http://www.macon.com/142/story/684582.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/684582.html Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:31 EDT Diabetes — the diagnosis is becoming increasingly common and so is the diagnosis for pre-diabetes. Time off can be relaxing, productive http://www.macon.com/142/story/681431.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/681431.html Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:17 EDT We are firm believers that when life gives us lemons, we make a nice lemon chiffon cake or a lemon tart — we’re so much better than just lemonade. Stay healthy while you search for a new job http://www.macon.com/142/story/681428.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/681428.html Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:12 EDT After “find a job,” put “stay healthy” on your to-do list if you’re one of the hundreds of thousands who have lost a job in the past month or if you fear a layoff coming on. Take it slow in the garden to avoid aches and pains http://www.macon.com/142/story/666120.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/666120.html Sun, 29 Mar 2009 22:25 EDT FRESNO, Calif. — With the arrival of spring, there’s a lot to do in the yard. But tackling those gardening chores without developing some aches and pains isn’t always easy. New social networking Web site geared to seniors http://www.macon.com/142/story/666119.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/666119.html Sun, 29 Mar 2009 22:29 EDT FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Facebook, shmacebook. Senior citizens want their own social networking sites. 10 picks for getting fit without breaking budget http://www.macon.com/142/story/658823.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/658823.html Thu, 26 Mar 2009 09:53 EDT Looking for ways to maximize your workout? You don’t have to spend a fortune on a new treadmill or endure long, boring exercise routines. As digital evolution changes fitness, DVDs take hit http://www.macon.com/142/story/658801.html http://www.macon.com/142/story/658801.html Sun, 22 Mar 2009 22:46 EDT NEW YORK — Trina Schwimmer’s workout video collection is like a mini fitness museum: Denise Austin, Karen Voight, Mari Winsor, Crunch Fitness.