It’s Thyroid Awareness Month !
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck. Although relatively small, the thyroid plays a huge role in the body, influencing the function of many important organs, including the heart, brain, liver, kidneys, and skin. Talk with your healthcare provider about whether your thyroid is healthy and functioning properly.
Read MoreHonoring National Blood Donor Month
Donating blood saves many lives and improves health for many people. According to the World Health Organization, “blood is the most precious gift that anyone can give to another person — the gift of life. A decision to donate your blood can save a life, or even several if your blood is separated into its…
Read MoreNew Drugs Focusing On Curing Alzheimer’s Disease
New drugs are focusing on curing Alzheimer’s disease. In this new decade of the 2020’s, scientists are determined to find a cure for this intractable disease. Alzheimer’s researchers are testing a variety of potential treatments to help the almost 6 million Americans living with this fatal disease. At a recent meeting — the 12th annual…
Read MoreRead Our January Calendar & Newsletter !!!
December was a very fun and busy month for Bridgeway, see what we have planned for January. View/Print Bridgeway’s January Calendar View/Print Our Newsletter
Read MoreWishing You A Happy New Year!
Wishing you a prosperous year full of good health and happiness. Cheers to another decade! Happy New Year!
Read MoreDrinking Tea Daily Can Make Your Brain Very Smart
Drinking tea daily can make your brain and you very smart, according to a recent study. That’s right, drinking black or green tea at least once a day-every day, can cut the risk of dementia in senior citizens by 50 percent. And furthermore, for those who are genetically at risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease, regular…
Read MoreHappy Holidays !!!
May your holidays sparkle with moments of love, laughter, and goodwill, and may the year ahead be full of contentment and joy. Warmest wishes for a wonderful holiday!
Read MoreBone Bandage Heals Broken Fractured Bones Cleanly, Correctly
A bone bandage that heals broken, fractured bones cleanly and correctly has been developed by researchers at Duke University. This is a very significant breakthrough. And the reason is that bone fractures are complex, difficult injuries that have resulted in a prolonged and sometimes incomplete repair. Consequently, the patient may go through the rest…
Read MoreDaily Dose of Inspiration!
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Read MoreStrokes Can Happen To Anyone From Lesser Known Factors
Strokes can happen from excessive smoking, high blood pressure, not exercising, and eating foods that are high in sugar salt, and fat. What is less well known is that strokes can also happen from lesser known factors such as sleep deprivation, bad oral hygiene and binge drinking. Do you engage in any of these activities?…
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