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"Selective mutism," an early childhood condition which causes those who have it to be unable to speak in certain situations, is as confusing as it is misunderstood, according to mental health experts. More ... The California Central Coast Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association is offering up to 29 hours of free respite care for people who provide care to those with dementia. Respite care is funded in part by the Ventura County Area Agency on Aging. More ... If you are eligible for Medicare Part B medical insurance but you didn't sign up for it when you first became eligible for Medicare, you will have another opportunity to apply. Open season for Medicare Part B runs until March 31. Better to act early than late. If you miss the deadline, you will have to wait until 2010 to apply. More ... Every day 575 women in the United States learn they have breast cancer. Many have no outward sign of the disease, adding to the shock of their diagnosis. Dr. Mai Brooks, a breast health specialist who's on the staff at Los Robles Medical Center, will discuss how to prevent and survive breast cancer at a seminar next week at The Oaks mall. More ... The truth about methicillinresistant Staphylococcus aureus is surprising. MRSA is a type of staph bacteria that causes skin and other kinds of infections. Sometimes called "the superbug," MRSA is resistant to certain antibiotics, but several antibiotics still work. More ... The American Cancer Society's Cars for a Cure program is accepting donations of most running and nonrunning vehicles, including cars, trucks, vans, motor homes, boats, jet skis, motorcycles, ATVs and snowmobiles. More ... While staying fit should be a yearlong commitment, some seasons come with more than their fair share of challenges. Surviving the holiday season— with the treats, family gatherings, parties and hearty meals that come with it—and the winter months that follow doesn't necessarily mean jeopardizing any hard-won fitness gains. More ... Health & Wellness RSS feed |
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