Published on Apr 23, 2021 | Ask an Expert, Gynecological Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
For most women, the symptoms of PMS, or premenstrual syndrome, are all too familiar. But have you ever heard of PMDD? PMDD, or premenstrual dysphoric disorder, is similar to PMS in some ways, but far more severe. Because it can sometimes be difficult to know whether...
Published on Jan 19, 2021 | Ask an Expert, Stay Well
Since the beginning of the pandemic, there has been an effort to make one or more COVID-19 vaccines available as soon as possible through Operation Warp Speed. As that vaccine rolls out to our healthcare workers and communities, many people have lingering questions...
Published on Jun 10, 2019 by Bryce Cunningham, M.D., Orthopaedic Trauma | Ask an Expert, Men's Health, Orthopaedics, Stay Well, Women's Health
When we’re younger, falling down is seen as a natural part of development. When we’re a little older, falls might be seen as funny. But for seniors, falls are no laughing matter. As we age, falls become more likely, for a number of reasons. During the aging process,...
Published on Jun 15, 2018 by Rachel Newmyer, RN | Ask an Expert, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Dear Navigator, What kind of impact will weight loss surgery have on my social life and my relationships? I thought about this question for a few days and was torn in my response. Though I am sure most bariatric surgical practices would love to tell their patients...
Published on Jun 14, 2018 by Christopher Sanborn, MD | Ask an Expert, Men's Health, Women's Health
While many diets are touted as the “best” diet by different specialists and enthusiasts in the nutrition field, the simple truth is that there does not appear to be a superior diet for everyone to follow when trying to lose weight. That’s not to say that there can’t...
Published on Mar 23, 2018 by Rachel Newmyer, RN | Ask an Expert, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Dear Navigator, Why is it important to keep your follow up appointments after bariatric surgery? I can see the importance of coming back for the first couple appointments post-surgery to check up on my wound sites and such, but other than weighing me, which I will be...
