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Preventing Backaches
Backaches can prevent anyone to continue with their activities. It will force anyone to just lie down and not do anything. It is such a waste to spend a whole day lying down just because you are crippled with back pain. Try out our tips and reminders on how to prevent backpains.
Develop an exercise routine that includes abdominal exercises. The abdominal muscles support the back and strengthening these muscles will help your back endure any stretch and strain. Also consider low impact exercises like walking, swimming and bicycling to reduce any stress or pressure on your back. If you are prone to back-problems, consult your doctor when you formulate your exercise routine.
Always be careful when carrying and moving heavy objects. The trick is to position yourself well so that the pressure and strain will be distributed throughout your body and not solely on your back.
Area cancer centers provide patients with options
With the April opening of the PinnacleHealth-Fox Chase Regional Cancer Center, patients in the area have another choice when it comes to cancer diagnosis and treatment. In Cumberland and Dauphin counties alone, there are four larger cancer centers and at least three specialty clinics in addition to doctors’ offices. Heres a look at how each cancer center compares: 
JOHN C. WHITEHEAD, The Patriot-News, 2009The Penn State Hershey Cancer CenterPenn State Hershey Cancer Center Address: 500 University Drive, Derry Twp. Phone: 717-531-6585, 800-243-1455 Website: Specialties: Adult and pediatric cancer treatments, bone marrow transplants, stem cell transplants, hematology and thrombosis, leukemia and lymphoma, oncology and hematology through multidisciplinary clinics for breast, thoracic, upper and lower gastrointestinal, melanoma/skin, carcoma, head and neck, brain and neurologic and genitourinary cancers. Get more…
Massage therapy licensing adds credibility to industry
When Denise Nickey developed chronic neck and shoulder pain from long hours hunched over a drafting table, she went to a massage therapist for relief. The former commercial art designer was so impressed with the results that she decided to become a massage therapist herself. 
CHRISTINE BAKER, The Patriot-NewsDenise Nickey, a massage therapist, uses the therapy head of the Lymphstar Pro on the skin of her client Trish Lombard. I love it. Being able to help people feel better is a wonderful feeling. It brings a lot of purpose to what I do, said Nickey, 42, who has been a certified massage therapist for almost 15 years. Many of my clients have chronic conditions. To be able to give them hope and lift them up a little bit is very rewarding. The Wellsville resident trained at a massage therapy clinic and started out working for a chiropractor. She now contracts with Papillion Skin Transformation Center in Lemoyne and Journey to Wellness in Dillsburg. Get more…
Dealing with Dandruff
Afraid to wear black tops because of the unsightly dandruff? Tired of hearing people jeer at you because of the snowflakes on your head and its not even winter? Is you itchy scalp wearing you out? Here are some tips on dealing with dandruff.
Check first to see if your flaking scalp is really caused by dandruff. Sometimes residue from your hair products can also cause flaking scalp. To rule out hair product residue, take a longer time in rinsing your hair after shampooing. Skip the conditioner and avoid using gels, mousse and setting lotions for about 2 weeks. If flaking still persists, you probably have dandruff.
Too much not too little oil in the scalp is one of the main causes of dandruff. But, avoid reaching for the anti-dandruff shampoos at the first sight of dandruff. Most anti-dandruff shampoos are not very gentle to the hair and scalp.
Area hospitals revamp menus with healthier options
Tonights dinner selections include honey apple pork roast, Portobello stroganoff and salmon fillet. Or perhaps you would prefer ratatouille manicotti or a deli sandwich. No, these arent entrees from a restaurant; they are sample offerings at midstate hospitals. Whether you are a visitor eating in the cafeteria or a patient getting room service, its clear that hospital food doesnt equal bland anymore. Now its more likely to be fresh and healthy. 
JENNY KANE, The Patriot-News Vanessa Dietsche, a nurse at Harrisburg Hospital, grabs a salad at the cafeteria. Like many area hospitals, PinnacleHealth System has been adding more healthy options to its food service. People our employees and guests are asking for healthier foods. The trend of being fit is ever present, said Parker Williamson, retail manager of Sodexo at PinnacleHealth System in Harrisburg. Get more…
Immune Suppressants: A Self-defeating drug or necessary evil?
For a while now, I have been a firm believer in not suppressing your thoughts, emotions or words. People love to edit what you say, despite the proverbial right of freedom of speech.
If you cannot use the words that you are most used to to convey your deepest thoughts, then whats the point, really! But then again the absence of censorship can only exist in an ideal world and were a long way from getting there!
Often, suppression of what one desires to express results in disaster, and I mean, an outright revolt that goes viral in no time.
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