Written by Dr. Lana Braverman: With October coming to a close we felt it was important to recognize National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. An estimated 182,460 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to occur among women in the United States during 2008. Some additional 1.3 million Americans will be diagnosed with other cancer types. If you, or someone close to you has cancer and would like to travel, below are easy-to-follow tips to help you plan ahead and know what to bring on your trip. Click Read More for additional information.

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Written by Dr. Lana Braverman: Running is one of the few sports that can be done almost anywhere. All you need is a good pair of running shoes and the desire to run. In return you will gain an immediate boost to your physical and mental strength, as well as long-lasting health benefits.

August 31, 2008 is the Nike+ Human Race. To support the event, we will be running this 10K race in Philadelphia and San Francisco. Whether an avid or occasional runner, participating in the Human Race will allow you to celebrate the sport and feel good about yourself. Every step you run will count toward one of three noble causes, Lance Armstrong Foundation, The UN Refugee Agency, and WWF. Click Read More for additional information.

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Written by Dr. Lana Braverman: When thinking of travel, it is not unusual to focus on the negative things often associated with getting from one place to another. In so doing, we typically neglect to appreciate some of the not-so-top-of-mind benefits of travel. Today we’ve put together a few ways travel can help your body and mind. Click Read More for additional information.

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Written by Dr. Lana Braverman: Warm water, gentle waves, lush sand, and beautiful sunsets – nothing quite compares to a beach vacation. Whether participating in beach & water sports, enjoying the healing effects of sea water or relaxing under the sun, time at the beach can offer strong health benefits.

Dr. Stephen Leatherman, coastal expert with Florida International University’s Laboratory for Coastal Research, has recently published his 18th Annual Top 10 American Beaches ranking. Click Read More to view the ranking and our tips for turning a beach visit into a healthy excursion.

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Written by Dr. Lana Braverman: Celebrating American heritage on the Fourth is a traditional summer pastime. Many use the holiday to spend time with their family and catch up with old friends. Whether you’re taking a trip or looking for fireworks close to home, there are plenty of festivities to attend.

Click Read More for a few suggestions on where to go for your Fourth of July Celebration. We’ve also included tips so you can stay safe this weekend.

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Written by Dr. Lana Braverman: There are many reasons to visit Israel: a tour through history, religious and spiritual experiences, cultural explorations, business trips, a walking archeological sites and, of course, visiting friends and family. Although geographically a small country (around 20,000 square kilometers) and with the population of only about 7 million, Israel is the meeting point of three continents, and a place of diversity and contrast from cultures to beliefs to traditions.

If you’re planning a trip, click below for a few reasons we think traveling to Israel will recharge your body, mind and soul.

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Written by Dr. Lana Braverman: Good health and keeping active go hand in hand. Likewise, choosing an active vacation is a priority for many travelers. Some of these health-enhancing activities include walking, biking, hiking, swimming and many more.

There are a number of destinations throughout the country that offer great outdoor activities. Recently, Forbes posted a report on America’s Best Cities For The Outdoors, featuring the top 40 cities based on – among other things – percentage of parkland versus city land, recreation facilities, air quality, precipitation and temperature extremes. Be sure to click Read More for additional information and Forbes’ list of the top city destinations for the outdoors.

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