December 31, 2019
You know your family would be better off, health-wise, if you could sit down to eat a balanced meal more nights than not. But getting that meal on the table can be a challenge! That’s why we’re sharing some meal planning tips to make things easier.
We often have the...
December 26, 2019
You insist your child buckle up when he or she is riding in your car, so why wouldn’t you insist on a similar safety measure on a bicycle, skateboard, hoverboard or scooter? A helmet is an essential!
Why is a helmet so important? Well, it’s pretty simple. When it comes...
December 24, 2019
Flu season has arrived in full force and it's not too late to get your annual flu shot! Is your family protected? If you’re hesitating to get the flu shot because of some things you’ve heard, let us share a few facts.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends...
December 16, 2019
It’s often said that prevention is the best medicine. That’s definitely true — preventive health services can help keep you healthy and uncover health issues before they become severe. But what if you have difficulty accessing those services? That’s where community health centers come into play.
We can all benefit...
November 25, 2019
Urinary tract infections (UTI) affect up to 60% of women over the course of their lifetimes. These infections result in bothersome symptoms including frequent, painful urination. They lead millions of people to seek medical care and cost billions of healthcare dollars each year. Is it any wonder that we...
November 19, 2019
With so many dishes being prepared for your Thanksgiving table, you may have pots on the stove, on the counter, in the fridge and in the oven — all at the same time. Follow these tips to make sure your food makes it safely into hungry bellies!
Each year, one...
November 18, 2019
Harsha Vardhana, MD
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among both men and women, but the number of people affected has been decreasing in the past couple decades. The exception? Young women.
Why is that, though? Well, researchers aren’t quite sure.
The numbers are staggering:
The American Cancer Society...
November 14, 2019
Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
With a schedule filled with work and family activities, it can be difficult to fit physical activity into your day. But your health — and your sanity — reap significant benefits when you do.
Regular exercise has been shown to:
• Help with weight management
• Reduce the risk of developing heart...
November 13, 2019
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 actually...
November 11, 2019
Vegetarian chili
Ingredients
2 cups diced onion
1 cup diced celery
1 cup diced bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons water
2 Fresno peppers, diced
2 quarts crushed tomatoes (no salt added)
2 cups cooked pinto beans (no salt added; if canned, rinse under water)
2 tablespoons ground...
November 4, 2019
Would it surprise you to learn that the United States’ rate of premature birth is higher than that of most high-income countries? One in 10 American babies are born too soon, accounting for about 380,000 births each year.
According to the March of Dimes, a premature birth is one that...
October 30, 2019
When you think about eating at different ages, your metabolism may be the first thing that comes to mind. And it’s true, metabolism does change as we get older. But so do nutritional needs, which is why senior nutrition deserves some extra attention.
It’s logical if you really think about...
