May 18, 2023
Approximately 97,610 new melanoma cases will be diagnosed in the United States this year. In fact, according to the American Cancer Society, there are more people in the U.S. diagnosed with skin cancer every year than all other cancers combined. Fortunately, most skin cancers are treatable if diagnosed early.
As we...
May 12, 2023
Erlanger is thrilled to announce that all 5 Erlanger Center for Breast Health locations offers 3D mammography. Click HERE to find a location near you to schedule your annual mammogram.
Breast Cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers in women today. According to the American Cancer Society, one out of...
April 20, 2023
Do you feel emotional, tired, and; overheated, or exhausted for no apparent reason? But you’re too young for menopause – right?
If you’re under 50, most likely since the average age of menopause (defined as when you have your very last menstrual period) is 51. However, you may be experiencing symptoms...
March 31, 2023
According to the CDC, falls are the leading cause of non-fatal injuries for all children ages 0 to 19. This statistic holds true to our data here at Children’s Hospital at Erlanger. Here are 14 tips for children’s safety.
Every day, approximately 8,000 children are treated in U.S. emergency rooms for...
March 8, 2023
To highlight some of our exceptional physicians during Women’s History month, Dr. Cleopatra Thurman, DO, gave us time to discuss her passion for neurology.
Early Life
Dr. Thurman was born the youngest in a family of 6 children. She was raised in the copper rich Province (Copperbelt Province) of a Southern...
March 7, 2023
One in 10 American women are affected by endometriosis, adding up to around 5 million total. In honor of Endometriosis Awareness Month this March, get to know the facts about this condition.
Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the tissue that normally lines the inside of your uterus grows outside your...
March 4, 2023
For years, experts have recommended colorectal cancer screenings start at age 50. Recently, though, in light of more and more cases colorectal cancer is on the rise in young adults, the American Cancer Society, UPSTF, and GI societies recommend screening begin at age 45.
The numbers are pretty staggering. A study...
March 1, 2023
Men's Health, Stay Well, Urology & Incontinence, Urology, Incontinence & Pelvic Floor, Women's Health
They may be two small, fist-sized organs, but your kidneys play a big role in ensuring your body functions properly. How much do you know about how your kidneys keep you healthy?
There are so many parts of the human body that we so rarely think about unless something goes wrong....
February 22, 2023
In an effort to highlight some of our exceptional physicians during Black History month, Dr. Bessie Ingram-Nunally MD, gave us time to discuss her passion for her patients in her primary health care practice.
Many of us have a tendency, especially as we age into our 30s, 40s, and 50s, not...
February 13, 2023
As much as meteorologists and forecasters try to prepare us for inclement weather, sometimes we need to be prepared beforehand to give ourselves the best chance at being safe during severe weather. Severe weather can strike at any time, so it is important to be prepared.
Here are 10 key points to keep...
February 2, 2023
The theme for 2023 National Burn Awareness Week (February 5-11) is “Scalds: Hot Liquids Burn Like Fire.”
A scald injury can happen at any age. Children, older adults and people with disabilities are especially at risk. Hot liquids from bath water, hot coffee and even microwaved soup can cause devastating injuries....
January 27, 2023
Back, Bone & Joint Health, Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Men's Health, Orthopaedics, Regain Health, Sports Medicine, Sports Medicine, Sports Medicine, Women's Health
You wake up, get out of bed and feel a stabbing pain in your foot. Sound familiar? If so, you may be dealing with plantar fasciitis. Here are four ways to know if it is plantar fasciitis.
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It’s caused...
