by Erlanger Health System | Sep 16, 2022 | Brain Health & Stroke, Child & Family Health, Sports Medicine
Each year, one out of every five student athletes playing a contact sport suffers a concussion from a blow to the head. Concussions — one of the most common sports injuries — should not be taken lightly. Even what seems like a mild whack to the head can be serious....
by Christine Denton, MD | Sep 12, 2022 | Allergies, Child & Family Health, Regain Health, Stay Well
It’s important to distinguish between celiac disease and gluten intolerance in gluten-related conditions, scientifically known as non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS). While both may share some common symptoms, they are distinct conditions with varying...
by Erlanger Health System | Aug 5, 2022 | Child & Family Health, Immunization
Ensure your student has the necessary immunizations to check all the boxes on this year’s back-to-school list! Here is a great back-to-school immunization guide. Immunizations are a safe and effective way to protect children and adolescents from disease. The Centers...
by Erlanger Marketing | Jul 24, 2022 | Child & Family Health, Pediatric Cancer Issues, Regain Health
In the past, treatment of childhood cancer was solely focused on curing the cancer. But today, with more and more pediatric patients overcoming cancer, there’s a new focus: survivorship. The numbers are astounding. According to the National Cancer Institute, there are...
by Erlanger Health System | Jun 14, 2022 | Child & Family Health, High Blood Pressure, Men's Health, Sexual Health
Testosterone deficiency, also known as hypogonadism, affects approximately 4 out of 10 men over the age of 45. It’s a common condition that’s often brought on by chronic medical conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, infections (including HIV/AIDs),...
by Erlanger Health System | Jun 7, 2022 | Child & Family Health, Heart Health, Stay Well
June 1-7 is National CPR and AED Awareness week. These life-saving processes can provide crucial care in a critical time for patients and can be utilized by anyone. Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the United States. If a cardiac arrest patient is quickly...
