South Jersey Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness Feature
• Soothing the Scars
…From the pages of South Jersey Magazine…
In the wake of recent high-profile child sex abuse scandals, new light is being shed on innocence lost.
Fear paralyzed Annie Fisher. Un-spoken dangers left her constantly on guard as a child, her body tensed up at all times, so unfocused that one teacher wrote she had a “severe emotional disturbance.” As a teenager and young adult, she threw herself into addictive behavior, whether it was food, cigarettes, alcohol, “anything I could get my hands on,” she remembers.
• The Science of Sports
…From the pages of South Jersey Magazine…
Gaining the competitive sports edge with a high-tech advantage
Remember pushups?
There was a time in the not-so-distant past when dedication to the gym and building muscle and strength meant a commitment to a simple yet structured workout routine. These days, with nouveau fitness regimens buzzing and new enhancers continuously hitting the market, everyone is fixated on the next big movement.
In a bit of a twist, as today’s athletes grow bigger and stronger, more and more are trading in their supplements for an unexpected reason—science. That’s because cutting-edge technology and equipment along with calculated research is helping transform the level of athletic competition.
• Feeling the Pressure
…From the pages of South Jersey Magazine…
Cardiologists use hypertension to predict future heart risk.
Doctors are calling it the silent killer, yet it’s been a part of our routine checkup for years. Hypertension, or high blood pressure, puts those who suffer from the disease at risk for heart attack, stroke or death.
According to the American Heart Association’s 2012 Heart and Stroke Statistical Update, 6.4 million American adults have high blood pressure.
Top Physicians of South Jersey
• Top Children’s Physicians
Since many pediatricians could be considered extended members of the family thanks to the long-term bonds they form with children and parents alike, finding a physician you can count on for many years to come is of key importance. This year, we worked with third-party medical information provided by Avvo to gather this list of specialists throughout the South Jersey area. We've also included our readers' choices and got candid with a few of the doctors during our photo shoot at the Katz JCC Early Childhood Center.
Top Dentists of South Jersey
• Something to Smile About
…From the pages of South Jersey Magazine…
We asked our readers who’s tops when it comes to dental care in South Jersey, and you voted in droves. The results are in, and these general dentists and specialists represent the region’s most trusted dental professionals, known by generations of patients for their caring, most trusted dental professionals, known by generations of patients for their caring, dedication and skill. Read on to discover the top dentists in your community, and to find out what hobbies and passions make these professionals smile.
Health Watch
• Learn More About The Flu, Flu Vaccine
Do you know what the flu is? Do you know the symptoms? Do you know where to go for a flu shot? HealthWatch has some links to answer those and more questions.
• Flu Shot Q&A
A lot of questions are circulating about the flu shot and the drastic shortage this year. HealthWatch got answers to some of the most frequently-asked questions.
• Philadelphia Health Department Runs Out Of Flu Vaccine
As people continue to wait for hours to get a flu shot, the nation's top health expert says there is no reason high-risk people should panic about getting their vaccine.
Health & Fitness Events
• Community Health Fair
• Light the Night Walk
• Free developmental-disabilities workshop: Bullying from a Legal and Educational Perspective
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