by By Stephen Cromer, D.O., UT Erlanger Institute for Sports and Health | Aug 18, 2015 | Child & Family Health, Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Fitness & Wellness, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
When you’re in a hot place or outside during hot weather, headache, confusion, dizziness, or nausea could be a sign of a heat-related illness. And being hot for too long can cause a condition known as hyperthermia (hy-per-ther-mee-uh) — the opposite of hypothermia,...
by erlangerhealth | Aug 17, 2015 | Erlanger News, Stay Well
Chattanooga, Tenn. – Erlanger Health System community health centers will host an information session on “Social Security 101-Understanding the Basics” at the Dodson Avenue Community Health Center on Wednesday, August 19 beginning at noon. Many area residents still...
by By Darwin Koller, M.D. | Aug 13, 2015 | Child & Family Health, Stay Well
No parent wants a child to be ill or injured. And for many parents, anything that goes wrong with their children may feel like an emergency. But rushing to the emergency department may not the best choice for your child’s care — and may be unnecessary. How do you...
by erlangerhealth | Aug 11, 2015 | Breakthrough, Erlanger News, Regain Health, Stay Well
Chattanooga, Tenn. – The Erlanger Health System has launched a free service for consumers to seamlessly and instantly schedule appointments online with Erlanger doctors. This new capability is powered by ZocDoc, the tech company at the beginning of a better healthcare...
by erlangerhealth | Aug 10, 2015 | Breast Health, Erlanger News, Stay Well, Women's Health
The most commonly recognized symptom of breast cancer is a lump in the breast. However, women should also be aware breast cancer does not always present with a palpable lump. Anytime you notice something different about your breast — like swollen tissue, redness, or a...
by erlangerhealth | Aug 7, 2015 | Heart Health, Men's Health, Regain Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
If you’re among the 20 percent of American adults who experience heartburn at least twice a week, it’s time to see your doctor. What is heartburn? Heartburn is a burning sensation in the chest or throat. Recurrent heartburn is the most common symptom of...