The facts about rheumatoid arthritis

You’re familiar with the term “arthritis.” But what about “rheumatoid arthritis” specifically? For millions of American women, this condition is…

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Stopping cervical cancer in its tracks

You got the results of a recent screening back and your doctor says they show “precancerous cervical changes.” But what…

5 years ago

Fighting back against childhood obesity: One family at a time

Did you know that nearly one in five kids aged 6 to 19 is considered obese? The numbers are staggering…

5 years ago

Protecting your skin from sun exposure

When someone returns from the beach with a gorgeous tan, everyone gushes over their “healthy glow”. But truthfully, there is…

5 years ago

Bariatric surgery — It’s about more than weight loss

When you think of bariatric surgery, weight loss probably comes immediately to mind. And while weight loss is one benefit…

5 years ago

5 tips for choosing the best mattress for back pain

Ouch, my aching back! If this is a frequent complaint of yours, your mattress might be to blame. But what…

5 years ago

4 ways to protect your brain health as you age

If you watch the news often enough, you’ll hear plenty of information about the rise in dementia and other aspects…

5 years ago

When plans change: Understanding vasectomy reversal

Each year, about half a million American men undergo a vasectomy. But what happens when there’s a change of plans?…

5 years ago

What goes on in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)?

Neonatal Nurses Day is celebrated every year on September 15th, but Erlanger celebrates its nurses every single day of the…

5 years ago

Organ donation: By the numbers

On Friday, April 13, officials will raise a "Donate Life" flag in the Erlanger Baroness Hospital courtyard to recognize and…

5 years ago

New hope for patients with acid reflux

Chocolate. Tomato sauce. Orange juice. Soda. What do these foods have in common? If you said they are all delicious,…

5 years ago

Employee Spotlight: Serena McSears and Amy Jo Watkins

As we continue to strive for excellent care here at Erlanger Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Center, we have hired two…

5 years ago

Dealing with difficult foods/building better self-control

Most people trying to change their eating habits often have a set of foods that are harder to give up…

5 years ago

This N That: Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist

This N That host James Howard interviews Dr. Derek Worley with Erlanger Sports and Health Institute about the role of…

5 years ago

Ask the Navigator: Why do I need follow-up appointments after surgery?

Dear Navigator, Why is it important to keep your follow up appointments after bariatric surgery? I can see the importance…

5 years ago

Myth or fact: Bariatric surgery works mostly because it will help me feel full much sooner.

Everyone knows that satisfied “full” feeling, especially after a large meal like Thanksgiving. That feeling is commonly associated with having…

5 years ago

Healthy recipe: Chicken & Broccoli Salad

Salad Ingredients 3 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces 2 cups diced cooked chicken breasts 8 slices of center-cut…

5 years ago