HEALTH
Eldercare: From online games to health gainsST. LOUIS -- At first it was all about the games for Jerry King, 77. A dozen years ago, her friends from church would tell her about the fun games she could play on the Internet, specifically a website called Pogo. More » |
Reliable links for health informationGetting a disease diagnosis for your self or a loved one can be daunting. The Internet can offer a window to medical information, but it's critical to get reliable and up-to-date reports. More » |
Patient PowerBy all accounts, Donna Matthews is a "good" patient. As a diabetic, she checks her blood sugar level four to five times a day -- and more if she does not feel well. She writes the numbers down in a log that she dutifully presents at each doctor's appointment. More » |
The root of the problemThirty minutes had passed and Brenda Robertson had more questions than answers. She was trying to fill out her family tree -- complete with medical histories -- and she soon learned that the task was nearly impossible. More » |
Making every dollar countThe beginning of the end of the national recession may be in sight, but financial experts say a full recovery is still a long way off. People should be cautious with their money and look for ways to reduce their spending. This includes health care costs. Stretching health care dollars is now more essential than ever. More » |
You won't learn the answer if you don?t ask the questiona list of questions you should always ask when the situation arises: More » |
Looking for reliable sources of health information?Here are a few... More » |
