Is It Safe to Exercise When Sick
The piece discusses whether to work out while sick. It endorses a neck-only rule: above the neck symptoms allow light activity, while below neck symptoms like fever or chest cough require rest. It cites the American College of Sports Medicine and fitness author Covert Bailey advising caution and soft exercises.
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American College of Sports Medicine
Covert Bailey
Chewable Orcon-35 contraception approved for those who can’t swallow pills
The FDA approved a spearmint flavored chewable Orcon-35 pill to be taken with water for complete absorption. Bristol-Myers Squibb will manufacture and Warner Chilcott will market it, with a spring launch anticipated.
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Food and Drug Administration
Bristol- Myers Squibb Co
Warner Chilcott Inc
Rachel Jones
Alan Guttmacher Institute
New York
Winter skin care tips from dermatologists
Board certified dermatologists Kristen Kelly and Susan Goodlerner offer guidance to combat winter dryness. Use mild cleansers with lukewarm water, blot dry, and apply moisturizer generously on dry areas. Choose moisturizers with sunscreen and limit hot baths while using moisturizing soaps and short showers.
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Lisa Liddane
Orange County
Kristen Kelly
University of California, Irvine
Susan Goodlerner
American Academy of Dermatology
Myth busting skin care myths and facts
Dermatology expert Kristen Kelly states dandruff can occur year round and hot water worsens dryness. She warns sunscreen is still needed in winter and notes affordable drugstore brands can cleanse and moisturize. The advice highlights soap choice and cautions against overmoisturizing irritated skin.
Kitchen workouts from everyday items
Simple five to ten minute kitchen exercises use common items to boost strength and flexibility. Leg lifts with soup cans, shoulder opens with a towel, and broomstick stretches ease tension. Calorie counts for chores show health value for home activity.
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