World Emoji Day: Our Top Ten Picks for Best Fitness Emojis
Whether you are describing your latest workout or the metaphorical challenge of getting through each day, fitness-themed emojis are a great way to express yourself. The good news is that the emoji world is on a health and fitness kick and there are new ones…
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10 Ways to Safeguard the Home For Healthy Aging In Place
Familiar surroundings are often the key to an older adult’s sense of well-being. Household hazards, however, can pose serious safety problems that can cause injury and even threaten independence. Falls and other accidents around the home are the leading cause of hospitalization and emergency room…
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Three Ways To Play It Safe This Independence Day
July 4th is usually about three things—food, family, and fireworks! While the festivities can be thrilling for kids of all ages, unfortunately it’s also a holiday that sees an uptick in insurance claims. Below are the most common Independence Day risks—and tips for playing safe….
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Promising Research in Prostate Cancer Treatment and Detection
Prostate cancer treatment and detection are hot topics in medical literature—especially given that 1 in 9 U.S. men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime. 6 in 10 cases occur in men over age 65. Behind lung cancer, it is the second leading…
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Health Hero And Cyclist Steve Rose ‘Keeps On Truckin’” From Rural Nebraska To RAGBRAI
While the word “retirement” conjures images of leisurely backyard BBQs on weekends, retirement for Steve Rose is anything but leisurely. That’s because the 66-year-old Indianola, Iowa resident—who retired as a professor of teacher preparation at Simpson College 2 years ago—is usually found logging miles on…
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Father’s Day: Three Gifts Health Conscious Fathers Pass On To Their Children
Father’s Day is here and for many dads across the U.S. that means handwritten cards, BBQ dinners, and playing tag outdoors with the kids. While there are many reasons to celebrate dad this June—and every month—we’d like to share three big reasons why health conscious…
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National Bike to Work Month: Tips for a Smooth Commute
Taking a bike to work can be amazing, life-affirming, and challenging. I’ve learned a lot in the 4 years that I’ve been commuting to work via pedal power. In honor of May being National Bike to Work Month, here are some of my favorite tips…
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Measles Outbreak: Why Is Measles Making a Comeback?
With one measles outbreak after another across the country, many people are worried about what they thought was an old-fashioned disease that was no longer a threat. As of May 10th 2019 the CDC has reported a measles outbreak of three or more people in…
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Health Hero Joseph Pecoraro Loses 123 Pounds Thanks To A Little Persistence—And A Lot Of Faith
“Oh ye of little faith” might be true for some. But for Health Hero Joseph Pecoraro, faith is the bedrock of his life. That’s because the 61-year-old Florida resident credits his Christian faith for helping him lose 123 pounds nearly 14 years ago. Joseph’s story…
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World Book Day 2019: Our Top Picks for Increasing Health Literacy
One of our favorite days here at Health IQ is World Book Day—not just because we promote health literacy, but also because reading is good for your mental health and happiness as well. Did you know reading for just six minutes a day can have…
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