Prevention and Wellness

Most of us have experienced the pain of a muscle cramp or "charley horse." Muscle cramps - involuntary muscle contractions - are common. But even though they can be quite painful, they don't usually cause damage.

If you're getting ready to make New Year's fitness resolutions - don't. Instead, design a yearlong fitness plan to make sure that you have effective lifestyle changes in place. 

Use our 12-month plan to improve your health each month.

It doesn't take much to be kind. Here are 50 ideas. How many of them do you do?

1. Fill parking meters. It's a simple act.

When it comes to losing weight, we've heard it all comes down to proper diet and exercise. But even if you're watching your weight and exercising on a regular basis, you could still have a hard time losing weight.

As you or your loved one get older, falls may be something that you have to plan for. Falls happen for many reasons - stiff joints, vision changes, illness or a medication that affects balance. So what can you do to help put your mind at ease and help ensure the safety of your family?

Stroll down the aisles of any department store these days, and your eye will be drawn to an appealing collection of labor-saving gadgets. These can include everything from snow blowers and electric hedge trimmers to remote controls for the TV and DVD player. 

Do you ever feel like you pester the men in your life to go to the doctor?

Who doesn't like to take a leisurely stroll outdoors? Want to take it up a notch? Try hiking. Hiking is an activity for all ages and fitness levels, whether you're taking a walk through a local park or climbing summits across New England.