Published on Jan 11, 2022 by Lindsay Bass, BSN, RN | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Stay Well
We all want our kids to be physically active and to enjoy their playtime while still being safe. According to the CDC, falls are the leading cause of non-fatal injuries for all children ages 0 to 19. This statistic holds true to our data here at Children’s Hospital at...
Published on Oct 28, 2021 | Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Orthopaedics, Regain Health, Sports Medicine
You’ve heard of physical therapy. Maybe you’ve even known someone who saw a physical therapist for a while. But have you ever thought about what it actually does? Well, the answer is pretty much what you might expect. Physical therapy helps people recover or gain...
Published on Nov 23, 2020 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
No matter how you’re celebrating this year, nobody has time to be sick. Fortunately, you can take steps to help keep common cold weather illnesses away — and double down on protecting against COVID-19. First, let’s take a look at what makes colds and the flu...
Published on Feb 6, 2020 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Stay Well
Diabetes can be challenging to manage at any age. Add childhood to the mix, and it’s even more complicated. Now — what if your child plays sports? Physical activity of any sort is beneficial for people of all ages, including those with diabetes. And sports provide a...
Published on Nov 14, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
With a schedule filled with work and family activities, it can be difficult to fit physical activity into your day. But your health — and your sanity — reap significant benefits when you do. Regular exercise has been shown to: • Help with weight management • Reduce...
Published on Sep 25, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Stay Well
You want your kids to learn as much as possible during each school day. How can you help them do that? Make sure they eat a healthy lunch! Students learn better when they’re well nourished. In fact, studies have shown that kids who eat a balanced diet have improved...
