by erlangerhealth | Dec 20, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
Spending time with grandkids is often described by older adults as one of the best benefits of growing older. But did you know that it can actually help benefit your health, too? It’s true. This type of socialization, known as “intergenerational,” provides a number of...
by erlangerhealth | Nov 22, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
The holiday season can sometimes seem like one long string of “getting,” from good food and treats at Thanksgiving to gifts galore for Hanukkah and Christmas. But the biggest gifts of all actually come when we give. If you’ve ever spent time volunteering or donated to...
by erlangerhealth | Nov 18, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
If you search for “growing pains” on Google, you’ll bring up info about the hit ’80s TV program. But actual growing pains in kids are a real — and normal — occurrence. In fact, as many as 40 percent of all children experience growing pains at some point. These pains...
by erlangerhealth | Nov 7, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
It seems like bullying has been in the news a lot lately — and for good reason. According to the National Bullying Prevention Center, more than 20 percent of kids report being bullied at some time. The good news is that the number of students being bullied has...
by Joani Jack, M.D. | Oct 20, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
When we think of diabetes, we often think of adults living with the condition. But according to the American Diabetes Association, more than 190,000 American kids are living with diabetes. And it’s the type of diabetes that’s increasingly being diagnosed in kids...
by erlangerhealth | Oct 10, 2017 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Stay Well
You know it’s a good idea for your kids to stay active. But just how much physical activity is enough when it comes to staying healthy and growing strong? You’re probably familiar with the recommendation that adults get at least 150 minutes of physical activity each...
