by Dr. Jim Atherton | Feb 24, 2022 | Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health, Regain Health, Stay Well
Q: Our pediatrician took my son’s blood pressure during our last office visit. Why is it necessary to measure the blood pressure of a four-year-old? A: All children over age 3 should have their blood pressure measured routinely with a blood pressure cuff that is an...
by erlangerhealth | Feb 23, 2022 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
A loving adult in your life probably told you to eat your vegetables when you were growing up. You may even tell your kids the same thing. But do you know the benefits of eating a variety of fruits and veggies? It can be easy to find yourself in a routine of eating...
by erlangerhealth | Feb 23, 2022 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Daylight saving time can wreak havoc on your sleep. Fortunately, there are ways you can ease the transition. Daylight saving time officially begins at 2:00 AM local time on Sunday, March 13, 2022, meaning it’s time to set our clocks forward one hour. While it may seem...
by erlangerhealth | Feb 22, 2022 | Cardiology, Heart Health, High Blood Pressure, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
You probably know that heart disease is the top cause of death among American men and women. But did you know that it’s more deadly and common among certain groups? It’s true. While heart disease affects many Americans of both genders, there’s a gap. What do we mean...
by Jesse Doty, MD | Feb 18, 2022 | Back, Bone & Joint Health, Hips, Knees & Shoulders, Men's Health, Sports Medicine, Stay Well, Women's Health
We’ve heard it for years — running is bad for your knees. But is that actually true? It seems to make sense. When you’re running, you’re putting a good deal of force and pressure on the joints in your knees. So, it’s no wonder when you end up with knee pain…or...
