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Allied Health Chiropractic Centers - Chiropractor


Your Chiropractic Wellness Center dedicated to providing excellence in chiropractic and wellness care.
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Dr. Tamara L. Bailey, DDS - General Dentistry



Tamara Bailey is a general and cosmetic dentist who provides all dental services to both children and adults. Cosmetic and adult orthodontic consultations are free.
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Ear, Nose and Throat Associates


Routine and advanced hearing testing and complete diagnostic evaluation for patients of all ages (including newborns). Testing includes Brain Stem Evoked Response Audiometry which tests hearing without the need for patient participation.
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Bone & Joint Center


Isn't it good to know we're here for you!
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Swapping ingredients never tasted so good

You need not be deprived of your favorite foods just because they pack on the pounds. Try these substitutions for ingredients in your everyday meals and cut down on fat and calories. More>>

7 super vitamins to help improve memory

The answer to help you improve memory is quite simple, really - vitamins. Here are seven vitamins that can help cure your forgetful woes. More>>

10 Valentine’s Day activities that will burn calories

Perhaps one of the most popular New Year's resolutions is to get more active and improve one's health. So this Valentine's Day, spend some time doing these activities to improve physical health, emotional health and have a little fun at the same time. More>>

5 money-saving ways to lose weight in 2012

Is your new year's resolution to lose weight? We list some tips on how to do it on a budget. More>>

Gossiping might be good for you Video included

Many people regard gossip as idle chatter that can harm people's reputations, but it may have some benefits, such as reducing stress, discouraging bad behavior and preventing exploitation. More>>

Fitness in 140 characters or less

Whether you're trying to lose weight or training for a marathon, in social media you can find friends to cheer you on. More>>

One in six Americans binge drink Video included

An estimated 38 million American adults are binge drinkers -- defined as men who down five or more drinks at a sitting and women who consume four or more drinks at one time, federal researchers reported Tuesday. More>>

Need help? Seek out the humble

Arrogant people are less likely than humble people to offer help to someone who needs it, new research finds. More>>

Women's sexual satisfaction often rises with age Video included

Sexual satisfaction increases with age among sexually active older women, according to a new study, while those who don't have sex are satisfied with their sex lives. More>>

Shame vs. weight loss

As would-be presidential candidate Chris Christie learned, weight bias can make it hard to achieve goals. If self-consciousness keeps you from getting fit, here are ways to get past it and feel motivated again. More>>

Sponsored Videos

Getting your whole grains

Produced for General Mills - Dr. Travis Stork of "The Doctors" discusses ways to add whole grain to our daily diet. More>>

Ending the paper chase in healthcare billing

Produced for HIMSS - In this era of quality and patient-focused healthcare, digital technology represents the future of hospital financial management to help healthcare financial officers and their revenue cycle staff impact the bottom line. More>>

Taking control of your Diabetes

Produced for Dexcom Inc. - Dr. Steven Edelman, founder and director of Taking Control of Your Diabetes, shares tips on how diabetics can take action and avoid potential problems. More>>

Thyroid health awareness

Produced for American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists - Experts discuss a new thyroid awareness ribbon that launched just in time for January's thyroid Awareness Month. More>>

Allstate expands comprehensive employee wellness program

Produced for Allstate - Allstate's Energy For Life workshop, its Destination: You walking program, wellness coaching and subsidized, more nutritious meals in the company cafeterias all contribute to employees' overall wellbeing. More>>

Hollywood samples Ajinomoto’s Glysom™ at the GBK Gift Lounge for Golden Globe Awards

Produced for Glysom - The who's who of Hollywood learned more about higher quality of sleep when new dietary supplement product Glysom™ was shared with the Golden Globe nominees and presenters at the GBK Luxury Gift Lounge in honor of the 2012 Golden Globe Awards. More>>

HPV and cervical cancer

Produced for the Foundation for Women's Cancer - Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted virus in the United States. Get the facts about HPV and learn how you can help protect yourself. More>>

Join the fight against ALS

Produced for ALS Association - Actor Jason Alexander talks about ALS and how you can help people suffering from the disease. More>>

Foods with folic acid for a healthy pregnancy

Produced for Grain Foods Foundation - Foods rich in folic acid can help prevent birth defects before you even know you're pregnant. More>>

Molecular testing and lung cancer

Produced for Pfizer - Actress Kathryn Joosten of "Desperate Housewives" and "The West Wing" discusses her experience with lung cancer and molecular testing. More>>

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