by erlangerhealth | Feb 25, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
When you think of bacteria, you probably think of the bad kind — those pesky germs that bring illness. But not all bacteria are bad. In fact, your gut is filled with what we’ll call “good” bacteria. This type of bacteria helps protect your body against harmful,...
by erlangerhealth | Feb 14, 2017 | Breakthrough, Cardiology, Erlanger News, Heart Health
As Southeast Tennessee’s only academic heart center, The Erlanger Heart and Lung Institute is known throughout the region for providing the latest cardiac care advancements. Last year, Erlanger Health Systems decided to build on the heart center’s success to help it...
by erlangerhealth | Feb 11, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
You’d prefer your little ones never get sick, so you’d never have to give them medication. But sickness and medications are a reality of parenting. How can you make sure you’re giving them medication the safest way possible? When your kids are sick, you logically want...
by erlangerhealth | Feb 8, 2017 | Cardiology, Heart Health, Men's Cardiology, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Cardiology, Women's Health
Did you know heart disease is the leading cause of death for people in Tennessee? According to the American Heart Association, 1 out of 4 deaths is attributed to heart disease in our state. We all know good habits, like regular exercise and a low-fat diet, can make a...
by erlangerhealth | Feb 5, 2017 | Erlanger News
We’re bringing them in from all over the country — an elite team of some of the world’s top cardiologists and heart surgeons. Their mission: To do nothing less than change heart care forever and to lead a revolution that starts right here in Chattanooga. The Special...