by John “Chip” Harris, M.D. | Sep 18, 2015 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
The glycemic index is a scientific look at how the carbohydrate content of individual foods affects blood glucose, or sugar, levels. This index ranks foods based on their potential for raising blood glucose, as compared to a standard such as sugar or white bread....
by erlangerhealth | Sep 17, 2015 | Child & Family Health, Erlanger News, Pregnancy & Childbirth, Stay Well
Chattanooga, Tenn. – As outside temperatures begin to fall and families bring out the blankets to stay warm at night, medical specialists and educational coordinators at Erlanger would like to take a moment to remind parents about the importance of safe sleep for...
by erlangerhealth | Sep 16, 2015 | Erlanger News, Stay Well
Chattanooga, Tenn. – Erlanger Health System is pleased to announce Erlanger Health Fair Day is this Sunday, September 20, at the Chattanooga Market from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Two dozen Erlanger departments and physician practices will be on hand to answer health...
by By Shayla Toombs-Withers, D.O. | Sep 9, 2015 | Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health, Stay Well
Q: At what point should I switch my child from a pediatrician to a physician who specializes in treating adults? A: This is a question frequently asked by parents of older teens. The right time to transition your child to a family medicine or internal medicine...
by Jeannie Dassow, M.D. | Sep 8, 2015 | Child & Family Health, Pregnancy & Childbirth, Stay Well, Women's Health
The first few months of motherhood often seem overwhelming, especially for first-time moms. The wonderful journey of parenthood can begin with a powerful changing tide of hormones — a period of feeling blue — after the baby is born. About 70 to 80 percent of new...
by By Bill Smith, M.D. | Sep 3, 2015 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Sports Medicine, Stay Well
Exercising and playing sports not only improves your child’s fitness, it boosts self-esteem, coordination, and self-discipline. But these benefits sometimes come with a price — injuries. Fortunately, you can help your children prevent many sports injuries by taking...
