November 23, 2021
At the end of a long day, sitting down for a family meal might be the last thing on your mind. But doing so benefits your family in a variety of ways.
In the past, families spent lots of time together. Did you ever read Little House on the Prairie...
November 23, 2021
Maybe you’ve heard of GERD. But do you really know what it is and how it affects the body?
Many people think that GERD is just another name for heartburn. But that’s not the case. While heartburn is one symptom of GERD, it isn’t the only one.
Let’s back up...
November 23, 2021
Cancer may seem like an imposing word, but knowing about the common types of cancer and how to prevent them may help save your life.
While heart disease is the leading cause of death among American men, cancer isn’t far behind. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,...
November 15, 2021
Diabetes is the most common cause of preventable blindness in people ages 25-65 in the United States. Diabetic eye disease is a group of eye problems that can affect people with diabetes and includes glaucoma and cataracts, but the most common cause of blindness in those with diabetes is...
October 28, 2021
You’ve heard of physical therapy. Maybe you’ve even known someone who saw a physical therapist for a while. But have you ever thought about what it actually does?
Well, the answer is pretty much what you might expect. Physical therapy helps people recover or gain physical abilities that have either...
October 27, 2021
Nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy is usually called “morning sickness,” even though you may feel sick at any time of the day or night. Most women experience morning sickness during the first three to four months of pregnancy, and most cases are mild — causing no harm.
This results...
October 25, 2021
Safe and Sound, an injury prevention service of Children’s Hospital at Erlanger and Safe Kids Southeast Tennessee, reminds parents that Halloween can be a fun night for children and adults if you follow important safety tips.
There is really nothing tricky to ensuring a safe night for your child on...
October 7, 2021
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is the perfect time to schedule your mammogram – especially if you have delayed your regular screenings in recent years.
“Studies have shown fewer women are getting their mammograms,” said Janet Kramer-Mai, Director of Oncology Support Services. “This simple test can really save a life....
September 29, 2021
Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Heart Health, Men's Health, Sports Medicine, Stay Well, Women's Health
When we workout, we typically think about muscles in our arms, legs, back or abdomen. However, these aren’t the only muscles that get stronger with regular exercise.
Your heart, which is a muscular organ, gets a workout during exercise, too. Your heart’s full-time job is to distribute blood throughout your...
September 22, 2021
Fall sports are ramping up. Do you know the facts about kids and concussions — and how to keep your little ones safe?
Each year in the United States, approximately 2 million children suffer a concussion, which is also commonly called a mild traumatic brain injury.
You likely know that the...
September 14, 2021
Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, affects more than 10 million women worldwide, including one in 10 women in the United States. How much do you know about this common condition?
PCOS is a hormonal disorder that occurs among women of reproductive age. While the exact cause of PCOS is unknown,...
September 13, 2021
Maybe your doctor has told you that your cholesterol’s too high. Or you’ve seen commercials on TV for high cholesterol medications. But how much do you actually know about cholesterol?
Well, first things first: Cholesterol isn’t a bad thing. Cholesterol, a type of fat, is a waxy substance produced by...
