Published on Dec 31, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
You know your family would be better off, health-wise, if you could sit down to eat a balanced meal more nights than not. But getting that meal on the table can be a challenge! That’s why we’re sharing some meal planning tips to make things easier. We often have the...
Published on Nov 19, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
With so many dishes being prepared for your Thanksgiving table, you may have pots on the stove, on the counter, in the fridge and in the oven — all at the same time. Follow these tips to make sure your food makes it safely into hungry bellies! Each year, one in six...
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 Nov 4, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Pregnancy & Childbirth, Stay Well, Women's Health
Would it surprise you to learn that the United States’ rate of premature birth is higher than that of most high-income countries? One in 10 American babies are born too soon, accounting for about 380,000 births each year. According to the March of Dimes, a premature...
Published on Oct 22, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
In some places, the arrival of fall brings cold — and fewer opportunities to head outdoors. Not so in the south, though! There are plenty of fall activities to get you and the family out and active. Here in Tennessee, we’re used to seeing hot temperatures all the way...
Published on Oct 9, 2019 by John Heise, MD, and Matthew Kreth, MD | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
Vaping is often considered a “safer” alternative to cigarette smoking. But is it really? We’re breaking down some facts in this blog. Smoking is the single most preventable cause of death, killing 7 million people worldwide each year. Because of that, there has been...
