January 17, 2025
January marks Thyroid Awareness Month, spotlighting a small but mighty gland that plays a crucial role in our overall health and well-being. The thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck, regulates everything from metabolism and heart rate to body temperature and energy levels.
Understanding Thyroid Disorders
Thyroid disorders affect an estimated 20...
January 15, 2025
When winter temperatures drop in Chattanooga, it’s tempting to curl up on the couch and hibernate until spring. However, staying active during the winter is crucial for children’s health and development. The good news? There are many creative ways to keep moving, regardless of the weather outside!
Indoor Adventures
Transform your living...
January 15, 2025
Join Tai Chi Classes Offered by at Erlanger Trauma Services and UT Extension
Erlanger is proud to offer several series of Tai Chi classes throughout the year, designed to help participants improve their strength, balance, and overall health. These 4-week programs are perfect for beginners and are evidence-based to prevent falls...
January 13, 2025
As we welcome 2025 at Children’s Hospital at Erlanger, we’re excited to help our young patients and their families establish healthy habits that can last a lifetime. The new year brings fresh opportunities to focus on nutrition and wellness, but we know that setting effective SMART goals is key to...
December 26, 2024
The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but it can also increase the risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs) for children and teenagers. While no definitive research directly links holidays to increased pediatric UTIs, several holiday-related factors may contribute to infection risk.
Children often become dehydrated during busy...
December 17, 2024
The holiday season is a time of joy, connection, and – let’s be honest – abundant food. While celebrations often revolve around elaborate meals and tempting treats, it’s possible to enjoy the festivities without derailing your health goals or feeling overwhelmed by food choices. Here are some helpful tips for...
November 26, 2024
As parents, we want to keep our children happy and healthy. Unfortunately, for some families, that journey includes navigating the challenges of juvenile or type 1 diabetes. This chronic autoimmune condition typically develops in childhood or adolescence and requires careful management to ensure the child’s health and well-being.
At Children’s Hospital...
November 12, 2024
On World Pneumonia Day, health experts in Chattanooga are sounding the alarm about a worrying rise in cases of walking pneumonia among children in the local community.
“It’s circulating in our community, and it is also circulating nationwide. I have many colleagues around the country who I have spoken to the...
November 3, 2024
National Radiologic Technology Week (NRTW) is celebrated yearly to commemorate Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen’s groundbreaking discovery of the X-ray in 1895. This week, Erlanger will join hospitals and healthcare providers nationwide to recognize the essential role of radiologic technologists (rad techs) and medical imaging specialists in healthcare.
What do they do?
Rad techs are...
October 30, 2024
When it comes to breast health, having access to cutting-edge technology and compassionate care makes all the difference. At Erlanger Center for Breast Health, we’ve created a comprehensive program that combines state-of-the-art technology with a deeply personal approach to patient care.
Excellence in Breast Care
Our NAPBC-accredited program stands as a testament...
October 23, 2024
Every day in the United States, approximately nine babies die from Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID). While this statistic is alarming, following safe sleep practices can prevent many tragic losses. As parents, understanding and implementing these guidelines is one of the most important things we can do to protect our...
October 22, 2024
More than 7.5 million Americans have this condition, and more than 150,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. Yet few people are even familiar with psoriasis. Let’s change that.
When your body and skin function normally, skin cells develop over a period of weeks. When you have psoriasis, though, that skin...
