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Teaching Healthy Eating to Children -The CDC is repurposing Native American folk tales and characters for teaching children about living healthier lives -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Muw-NDXVgrs&feature=em-subs_digest&list=…
The 10 Commandments of Breast Cancer - If you, or someone you are close to, has been diagnosed with breast cancer, this is worth reading and printing - http://secondbasedispatch.com/2011/09/21/the-10-commandments-of-breast-…
Cancer can change the way the body uses food; some tumors make chemicals that change the way the body uses nutrients. Learn more about nutrition during cancer treatments: http://1.usa.gov/11CYrGP
Health Coverage For You and Your Family - The Health Insurance Marketplace will help you get coverage that meets your needs and fits your budget. Open enrollment begins October 1, 2013. Get ready now by answering a few quick questions to see your health care options at https://www.healthcare.gov/families
Aging Well: Eating Right for Longevity
Is your diet the key to longevity? This WebMD article explains why eating right just may mean aging right, too.
http://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/features/aging-well-eating-right-for…
Tips on Exercising After Transplant - Keeping Fit Improves Your Post-Transplant Health
http://www.cpmc.org/advanced/kidney/news/newsletter/exercise_transplant…
Children's Hospital of Orange Co., in collaboration with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Garden Grove, the Children and Families Commission of Orange County and Healthy Smiles for Kids of Orange County have developed a community health center. http://www.choc.org/clinics/index.cfm?id=P00334
FIRST DESCENTS offers young adult (AYA) cancer fighters and survivors a free outdoor adventure experience designed to empower them to climb, paddle and surf beyond their diagnosis, defy their cancer, reclaim their lives and connect with others doing the same. http://firstdescents.org/about-us/
Moderate Exercise Can Have An Effect At DNA Level Against Fat Cells
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/262955.php Use this study to help motivate losing and keeping a healthy weight.
The National Cancer Institute has this terrific information on PREVENTING STOMACH CANCER - http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/stomach/page1
The National Cancer Institute has this booklet for TREATING STOMACH CANCER - http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/stomach/page1 There are also links to Clinical Trials on this page.
This website has a large amount of great information on treating and beating colon and bowel cancers!
http://www.beatingbowelcancer.org/
Programs Por tu familia - Diabetes
http://www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/programs/latino-programs/por-tu…
Por tu familiaMany Latinos sometimes feel guilty spending time and money on personal health. They feel selfish putting their own health care ahead of their family's needs.
Mayo Clinic Essential Diabetes Book
How to prevent, control and live well with diabetes
https://store.mayoclinic.com/products/books/details.cfm?mpid=56&trkid=2…
Surviving Heart Attack - before and after
http://www.news-medical.net/health/Surviving-Heart-Attack.aspx
There are millions of people who have survived a heart attack. Many recover fully and are able to lead normal lives.
Managing Atrial Fibrillation - Here is an incredible resource my husband and I have begun using
https://www.afibsupportteam.com/Default.aspx
How an Oncology Social Worker Can Help Cancer Patients http://www.cancer.net/all-about-cancer/cancernet-feature-articles/quali… An oncology social worker is an important member of the health care team, helping them navigate the health care system and find support to manage the day-to-day challenges.
Living With Illness - Social Workers can HELP. If you or someone in your family is sick or injured for a long time, help is available at: http://www.helpstartshere.org/health-wellness/living-with-illness
American Parkinson Disease Centers - Referral Centers http://www.apdaparkinson.org/information-referral-centers/ The unique contribution of these Centers is to respond to the particular needs of persons affected by Parkinson's disease and their caregivers through education, referral, support and public awareness programs.