by Erlanger Marketing | Aug 13, 2024 | Ask an Expert
The Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) is a crucial tool used by medical professionals worldwide to assess a person’s level of consciousness after a head injury. Developed in 1974 by Professors Graham Teasdale and Bryan Jennett at the University of Glasgow, this scale...
by Erlanger Marketing | Aug 1, 2024 | Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health, Immunization, Stay Well
When you think of immunizations, you may think of kids at the pediatrician’s office. But actually, immunizations for adults are important, too. So how do you know what immunizations (also known as vaccines) you need — and when? Each year, the CDC sets an immunization...
by Erlanger Marketing | Jun 26, 2024 | Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health, Stay Well
Summer brings warmth, sunshine, and the perfect weather for outdoor activities. However, this season also comes a significant but often underestimated danger: leaving children in hot cars. Our schedules and normal routines change, too, so things can become chaotic. At...
by Erlanger Marketing | Jun 25, 2024 | Ask an Expert, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Baby, it’s hot outside. Whether you work outdoors or spend more time at the pool on the weekends, the high temperatures increase your risk of dehydration. The body’s cells, tissues, and organs, including the heart, all require water. You lose water daily when you...
by Samuel Igbinedion, MD | Jun 1, 2024 | Ask an Expert, Erlanger News
In the heart of Chattanooga, Tennessee, a groundbreaking development in gastroenterology is underway. The Erlanger Gastroenterology team is gearing up to celebrate the arrival of the newest addition to their GI Lab—a state-of-the-art fluoroscopy machine. But this is...
by Erlanger Marketing | May 29, 2024 | Ask an Expert, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
When facing a severe illness, patients and their families are often presented with the options of hospice and palliative care. While both approaches prioritize comfort and quality of life, they serve distinct purposes and are tailored to different stages of illness....
