Although summer does not officially begin until June 21st, the summer temperatures are here and sticking around. With that in mind it is important to protect yourself from the sun. And when choosing your sunblock, it is important to make sure you are using the right ones.
Harriett Thompson is the oldest woman to finish a marathon at age 92 and 65 days. She beat Gladys Burrill by 46 days, who set the record in 2010 at age 92 and 16 days. The Syracuse University grad finished the Rock 'n' Roll San Diego Marathon in 7 hours and 24 minutes, a race she's run 15 times to raise money for leukemia and lymphoma research.
Heart disease is often referred to as a "silent killer" because so many people don't realize they're at risk or have cardiovascular health issues. The malady kills about 2,200 Americans every day, making heart disease deadlier than all forms of cancer combined. And yet, there are still so many myths about heart disease floating around.
Experts will tell you that being active and getting 30 minutes of moderate exercise five times a week will improve your health. Active people tend to be fitter and generally enjoy better health. But if you're concerned about your risk of heart disease due to past issues or a family history, there are ways that exercise can help reduce that risk.