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  • walking pneumonia
    What Parents Need to Know About the Uptick in Pediatric Walking Pneumonia
    What Parents Need to Know About the Uptick in Pediatric Walking Pneumonia
    November 12, 2024
    Child & Family Health, Stay Well
    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...
  • rad tech week
    Celebrating Radiologic Technology Week: Honoring Erlanger’s Vital Role in Patient Care
    Celebrating Radiologic Technology Week: Honoring Erlanger’s Vital Role in Patient Care
    November 3, 2024
    Back, Bone & Joint Health, Men's Health, Orthopaedics, Women's Health
    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...
  • breast health
    Advanced Breast Care at Erlanger: Comprehensive Care Close to Home
    Advanced Breast Care at Erlanger: Comprehensive Care Close to Home
    October 30, 2024
    Breast Health, Cancer Issues, Women's Health
    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...
  • safe sleep
    Safe Sleep for Your Baby: A Parent's Guide to Reducing Risk
    Safe Sleep for Your Baby: A Parent's Guide to Reducing Risk
    October 23, 2024
    Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health
    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...
  • psoriasis
    Understanding Your Skin — A look at Psoriasis
    Understanding Your Skin — A look at Psoriasis
    October 22, 2024
    Men's Health, Regain Health, Women's Health
    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...
  • concussions in student athletes
    Concussions in Student-Athletes: Understanding the Risks and the Road to Recovery
    Concussions in Student-Athletes: Understanding the Risks and the Road to Recovery
    October 16, 2024
    Brain Health & Stroke, Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Uncategorized
    On average, one out of every five student-athletes playing a contact sport experiences a concussion due to a blow to the head. In sports like football and soccer, the risk of concussion is even more pronounced, with higher rates of injury reported. These numbers highlight the critical need for proper...
  • carpal tunnel syndrome
    Is This Tingling Feeling Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
    Is This Tingling Feeling Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
    October 15, 2024
    Ask an Expert, Back, Bone & Joint Health, Stay Well
    Maybe you’ve known someone who had carpal tunnel syndrome, or you’ve heard about it somewhere. But would you know if you were experiencing the symptoms? Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common orthopedic condition, affecting about 3 percent of women and 2 percent of men during the course of their lifetime. It’s...
  • Breast Cancer Awareness Month
    What Does It Mean to Be a NAPBC-Accredited Breast Center?
    What Does It Mean to Be a NAPBC-Accredited Breast Center?
    October 7, 2024
    Breast Health, Cancer Issues, Women's Health
    With one in eight women developing breast cancer in their lifetime, Erlanger is committed to providing eight in eight women the best defense to prevent it and the greatest weapons to fight it. This dedication to providing the highest level of quality and comprehensive breast care is recognized by the...
  • spina bifida awareness month
    October is Spina Bifida Awareness Month: Shining a Light on a Complex Condition
    October is Spina Bifida Awareness Month: Shining a Light on a Complex Condition
    October 3, 2024
    Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health
    October is Spina Bifida Awareness Month. At Children’s Hospital at Erlanger, we are dedicated to offering the best care for children with spina bifida. Our multidisciplinary team works together to address our patient’s needs and help every child live a healthy, happy life. Spina bifida occurs due to abnormal spinal...
  • Advanced Practice Providers — Who They Are & What They Do
    Advanced Practice Providers — Who They Are & What They Do
    October 1, 2024
    Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Women's Health
    Let’s talk about APPs. No, not that kind — we’re not talking about the handy tools on your phone or the first course at dinner. Let’s talk about advanced practice providers and how they can benefit your health. You may not be familiar with the name, but you may have been...
  • Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
    Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Erlanger's Commitment to Pediatric Oncology
    Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Erlanger's Commitment to Pediatric Oncology
    September 24, 2024
    Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health, Pediatric Cancer Issues
    September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the unique challenges faced by children and families dealing with cancer. At Children’s Hospital at Erlanger, we are deeply committed to providing exceptional care for pediatric cancer patients, combining cutting-edge treatments with compassionate support. Specialized Care Through the...
  • Erlanger Telehealth Virtual Care
    What is Virtual Care or Telehealth?
    What is Virtual Care or Telehealth?
    September 17, 2024
    Ask an Expert, Erlanger News
    Virtual Care, often called TeleHealth, is revolutionizing healthcare by allowing patients to receive medical care remotely. This approach to healthcare delivery uses technology to connect with healthcare providers without needing in-person visits. This approach is instrumental for people living in rural areas, where access to doctors and specialists can be...
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