by erlangerhealth | Oct 22, 2016 | High Blood Pressure, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
It’s often said that the eyes are the window to the soul. It turns out, they’re also a window to your health. Many diseases that affect the body show up first in the eyes. In fact, certain diseases are often first detected during an eye exam. A study conducted by a...
by erlangerhealth | Oct 20, 2016 | Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Craving a sinful, chocolatey dessert? You might just be craving the deliciousness, but sometimes cravings can be a sign of a vitamin deficiency. Vitamin deficiency is actually fairly common in the United States. In fact, more than 40 percent of American adults don’t...
by erlangerhealth | 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...
by by Allison Goddard, M.D. & Cara Hennings, M.D. | Oct 12, 2016 | 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...
by erlangerhealth | Oct 11, 2016 | Child & Family Health, Immunization, Stay Well
You probably learned what a cocoon is way back in elementary school. It’s a silk covering used by insects to protect themselves as they grow and develop. But are you familiar with the term cocooning when it comes to babies? Cocooning for babies is much the same — it...
by erlangerhealth | Oct 8, 2016 | Breast Health, Cancer Issues, Stay Well, Women's Health
While October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, be sure you’re taking steps every month to protect your breasts. A year ago, you probably thought you had a good understanding of the screenings you needed for your breast health. At age 40, you’d start having...
