Published on Oct 14, 2016 | Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
If you’ve ever had the flu, you know you don’t want it again. And the best way to prevent it? An annual flu shot. Let’s take a look at some common questions about the flu vaccine. Q: Why should I be vaccinated? A: The flu, also called influenza, is a contagious...
Published on Oct 12, 2016 by by Allison Goddard, M.D. & Cara Hennings, M.D. | Cancer Issues, Cancer Issues, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
As we age, our skin continually reminds us of how much time we spend in the sun. Laugh lines deepen and mysterious spots begin to appear from nowhere. How do you know if a spot is safe or a possible sign of skin cancer? Even though skin cancer is the most common...
Published on Oct 4, 2016 | Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
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Published on Sep 24, 2016 by by: Jennifer Dooley, M.D. | Men's Health, Stay Well, Weight Loss, Women's Health
You know that excess body weight can have negative effects on your health. But did you know that where you carry that body weight makes a difference? Maybe you’ve heard others talking about whether they have an “apple” or “pear” shaped body. Or read an article on how...
Published on Sep 22, 2016 | Fitness & Wellness, Men's Health, Orthopaedics, Stay Well, Women's Health
This weekend, IRONMAN Chattanooga will play host to hundreds of athletes competing for 40 qualifying slots in the 2017 IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. The race will begin with a 2.4-mile swim in the Tennessee River, followed by a 116-mile bike...
Published on Sep 12, 2016 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
How much caffeine do you have each day? Most people reach for their morning coffee or afternoon soda with little thought about how much caffeine they’re having or how it could affect their health. The fact is, caffeine can be good or bad for your health. It all...
