Health happenings:

These free or low-cost health-related events are open to the public in Manatee and Sarasota counties.

Study Finds Some Alternative Therapies Lower Blood Pressure

The American Heart Association has identified several alternative therapies that could lower blood pressure in patients with hypertension. Researchers say the alternative methods are options when traditional medications don't work, or patients can't tolerate them.

Doctors Health Press Releases Statement on Peripheral Neuropathy in Honor of National Neuropathy Awareness Week

Doctors Health Press, a division of Lombardi Publishing Corporation and publisher of various natural health newsletters, books, and reports, including the popular online Doctors Health Press e-Bulletin, recently released a statement in honor of National Neuropathy Awareness Week, commenting on research surrounding peripheral neuropathy. (PRWeb May 19, 2013) Read the full story at http://www ...

Diet and Fitness Fads Worth Trying

Americans spend about $30 billion a year on weight-loss programs and products. Learn what's worth trying—and what to avoid.        

TRANSFORMATIONS 360™ Diabetes and Weight Loss Program Welcomes New Health Practitioner- Dr. Laurie Brodsky, ND, HBSc.

Leading diabetes prevention, fat loss and wellness company, TRANSFORMATIONS INC, welcomes a new in-network health practitioner, Dr. Laurie Brodsky, ND, HBSc. who will be addressing America’s diabetes, pre-diabetes and obesity challenges. (PRWeb May 08, 2013) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/5/prweb10711633.htm