by erlangerhealth | Feb 22, 2022 | Cardiology, Heart Health, High Blood Pressure, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
You probably know that heart disease is the top cause of death among American men and women. But did you know that it’s more deadly and common among certain groups? It’s true. While heart disease affects many Americans of both genders, there’s a gap. What do we mean...
by Jesse Doty, MD | Feb 18, 2022 | Back, Bone & Joint Health, Hips, Knees & Shoulders, Men's Health, Sports Medicine, Stay Well, Women's Health
We’ve heard it for years — running is bad for your knees. But is that actually true? It seems to make sense. When you’re running, you’re putting a good deal of force and pressure on the joints in your knees. So, it’s no wonder when you end up with knee pain…or...
by erlangerhealth | Feb 6, 2022 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
When it comes to your child’s health and development, his or her teeth might not be the first thing to come to mind. But February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, so there’s no better time to get the facts about dental health! While we might not think about...
by Stacie Gilmore, MD | Jan 21, 2022 | Stay Well
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. That’s especially concerning since as many as 1 in 15 homes in the US have high levels of radon. Radon is a radioactive gas that comes from the natural decay...
by Todd Boren, MD | Jan 13, 2022 | Gynecological Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Most women don’t give much thought to their cervix unless they’re pregnant or trying to conceive. But the cervix plays a powerful role in the reproductive system throughout our whole lives. So what exactly is the cervix? The cervix is the passage that...
by Lindsay Bass, BSN, RN | Jan 11, 2022 | 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...
