by erlangerhealth | Jul 31, 2018 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
The backpack. It’s one of those items that’s on every kid’s back-to-school list — and choosing the right one is very important. We know it’s important for kids to choose a backpack that’s easy on the eyes and maybe includes hit characters from the latest TV show or...
by Aimee Dyess, MS, RDN, LD, CDE | Jul 30, 2018 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Weight Loss, Women's Health
We know healthy eating plays an important role in meeting long-term health goals, but with so many other things on our plate it can be easy to put our nutrition goals on the back burner and opt to grab a meal out or run through a drive-thru. Although it takes a little...
by erlangerhealth | Jul 27, 2018 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
Did you hear that groan? That’s the sound of children across the region thinking about school starting back. Fortunately, a few easy steps can help you ease their transition back to school. Whether your family hit the road for vacation or stayed home and enjoyed the...
by erlangerhealth | Jul 25, 2018 | Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
The short answer? Yes. But don’t confuse low-impact exercise with low-intensity exercise. They’re two entirely different things. The word “impact” has multiple meanings, as seen in its two uses in the title of this article. When referring to exercise, impact means...
by erlangerhealth | Jul 14, 2018 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
We get it: The hot temperatures and beautiful weather make it tempting to hit the open waters! But before you do, take a few minutes for a refresher on boating safety. Following safety best practices out on the boat is extremely important. Unfortunately, Tennessee...
by erlangerhealth | Jul 9, 2018 | Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Ticks, mosquitos, chiggers — oh my! With the arrival of summer comes more time spent outdoors…and more exposure to insects. How can you protect yourself against the dreaded bug bite? How to fend off bug bites — and what to do if you get one — varies based on the type...
