Published on Feb 24, 2022 by Dr. Jim Atherton | Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health, Regain Health, Stay Well
Q: Our pediatrician took my son’s blood pressure during our last office visit. Why is it necessary to measure the blood pressure of a four-year-old? A: All children over age 3 should have their blood pressure measured routinely with a blood pressure cuff that is an...
Published on Feb 23, 2022 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
A loving adult in your life probably told you to eat your vegetables when you were growing up. You may even tell your kids the same thing. But do you know the benefits of eating a variety of fruits and veggies? It can be easy to find yourself in a routine of eating...
Published on Feb 23, 2022 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Daylight saving time can wreak havoc on your sleep. Fortunately, there are ways you can ease the transition. Daylight saving time officially begins at 2:00 AM local time on Sunday, March 13, 2022, meaning it’s time to set our clocks forward one hour. While it may seem...
Published on 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...
Published on Jan 21, 2022 by Stacie Gilmore, MD | 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...
Published on Jan 13, 2022 by Todd Boren, MD | 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...
