Health Infographics

As millions of Americans consider their health care plans during open enrollment or as they take advantage of new marketplaces under the Affordable health Care Act, consumers should pick their provider before choosing a plan.

Skin cancer is often curable if found early enough. That’s why it’s very important you know your skin and what spots to look out for. Check out the infographic below to learn more.

Are you an organ donor? If so, congratulations — you are among the 42 percent of the adult population in the U.S. who are registered as organ donors in state donor registries. A simple check on the ‘donor’ box option at the DMV may reduce the devastation of the 18 people who die each day from lack of available organs for transplant.15 percent of patients die while waiting for a new heart. Organ donation saves lives. Be an organ donor.

The immune system is the body’s last line of defense against infection and disease – and if your eating and lifestyles habits aren’t in check, it can really suffer. So, take some advice from A.Vogel and make sure your immune system is in tip-top shape before the Winter.

It’s November, which means the holiday season is nearly here. With all the joy and family gatherings the holidays bring comes injuries and illness, too. Keep your family healthy this year by understanding – and avoiding – the most common holiday accidents. This infographic looks at some of the most common sicknesses in schools.

Laughing can be great for your health. Check out the infographic below to learn about all the health benefits laughter provides.

Looking at the statistics for breast cancer can be scary. This disease is the second leading cause of cancer related death in women, and it’s estimated that nearly 1 in every 8 women will develop breast cancer over their lifetimes. When you look at the big picture though, there are a lot of positives worth remembering.

This infographic from Emma Seppala, Ph.D. portrays the scientific benefits of meditation. It summarizes all of the latest research on meditation for health, well-being and the brain.

It’s a startling fact: More than 18,000 children under the age of 5 will die today – 3/4 of those deaths from preventable illnesses and diseases. Social Work Degree Center has created an infographic entitled “The State of Children’s Health”, detailing the current picture of children’s health around the world. From the beginning, it’s important to take care of our children’s health.