by erlangerhealth | Sep 6, 2016 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
At a recent checkup, your doctor told you that you have prediabetes. You’ve heard about Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes. But what is prediabetes? To clearly explain what prediabetes is, let’s first take a look at Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes occurs...
by erlangerhealth | Sep 1, 2016 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
Before you send your kids on their way to school, it’s important to help them fuel up for the day. In the chaos of getting ready for the school day, it can sometimes be difficult to fit in a healthy breakfast. But doing so is vitally important. As the first meal of...
by by Berneet Kaur, M.D. | Aug 30, 2016 | Brain Health & Stroke, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
With the loss of legendary Lady Vol basketball coach Pat Summitt earlier this year, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia were all over the news. As you age, what you should know about dementia and how to protect your brain health? Dementia is common across the world. The...
by erlangerhealth | Aug 25, 2016 | Cancer Issues, Cancer Issues, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
The state of Tennessee has the 14th highest obesity rate in the nation. Up to a third of cancer-related deaths are due to obesity and a sedentary lifestyle. Add those two facts up, and you have a lethal combination. Fortunately, you can take positive steps to reduce...
by erlangerhealth | Aug 23, 2016 | Stories of Hope
The most important part of any organization is its people. When an organization fosters an attitude of caring and compassion, it is reflected in each of its employees. That’s why Erlanger Health System believes in a culture that nurtures growth, ambitions, and...
