Published on Dec 24, 2019 | Stay Well
Flu season has arrived in full force and it’s not too late to get your annual flu shot! Is your family protected? If you’re hesitating to get the flu shot because of some things you’ve heard, let us share a few facts. The Centers for Disease Control and...
Published on Dec 16, 2019 | Stay Well
It’s often said that prevention is the best medicine. That’s definitely true — preventive health services can help keep you healthy and uncover health issues before they become severe. But what if you have difficulty accessing those services? That’s where community...
Published on Nov 25, 2019 | Stay Well, Urology & Incontinence, Urology, Incontinence & Pelvic Floor
Urinary tract infections (UTI) affect up to 60% of women over the course of their lifetimes. These infections result in bothersome symptoms including frequent, painful urination. They lead millions of people to seek medical care and cost billions of healthcare dollars...
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 18, 2019 by Harsha Vardhana, MD | Cancer Issues, Cancer Issues, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among both men and women, but the number of people affected has been decreasing in the past couple decades. The exception? Young women. Why is that, though? Well, researchers aren’t quite sure. The numbers are...
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...
