We Need To Replace “Medicalese” With Plain Language
Mary Mata June 28, 2011
Miscommunication between patients and healthcare providers can hurt you. An elderly woman sent home from the hospital develops a life-threatening infection because she doesn’t understand the warning signs listed in […]
Guapura 101: Drinking Water First Thing In The Morning
Mary Mata June 27, 2011
So one of my morning rituals includes drinking a glass of water first thing. I mean, maybe not first thing, I do wash my face and brush my teeth first, […]
Do You Live In A Food Desert?
Mary Mata June 21, 2011
While your backyard probably isn’t covered in sand or cacti, you might be living in a desert: a food desert. Forget the mirages and rattlesnakes. This type of desert is […]
Seniors, Be Aware Of Heat Stroke This Summer
Mary Mata
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are the most serious heat-related illnesses. Extreme summer heat like we’re seeing this summer can place older people at increased risk for developing a dangerously […]