by erlangerhealth | Jul 25, 2018 | Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
The short answer? Yes. But don’t confuse low-impact exercise with low-intensity exercise. They’re two entirely different things. The word “impact” has multiple meanings, as seen in its two uses in the title of this article. When referring to exercise, impact means...
by erlangerhealth | Jul 24, 2018 | Arthritis, Back, Bone & Joint Health, Child & Family Health, Regain Health
You may think of arthritis as something that only impacts older adults, but one in 250 American children have been diagnosed with this condition. More than 300,000 American children are impacted by some form of arthritis. When someone younger than age 16 develops an...
by erlangerhealth | Jul 14, 2018 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
We get it: The hot temperatures and beautiful weather make it tempting to hit the open waters! But before you do, take a few minutes for a refresher on boating safety. Following safety best practices out on the boat is extremely important. Unfortunately, Tennessee...
by erlangerhealth | Jul 9, 2018 | Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Ticks, mosquitos, chiggers — oh my! With the arrival of summer comes more time spent outdoors…and more exposure to insects. How can you protect yourself against the dreaded bug bite? How to fend off bug bites — and what to do if you get one — varies based on the type...
by erlangerhealth | Jul 5, 2018 | Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Your family’s outdoors at the pool when all of a sudden you hear thunder. Is it time to head indoors? The short answer — yes. If you’ve lived in the south for long, you know that pop-up storms are a frequent event during the long days of summer. They crop up seemingly...
