by Heather Sweet | Sep 22, 2023 | Behavioral Health, Men's Health, Stories of Hope, Women's Health
Suicide rates have increased by approximately 36% between 2000 – 2021, casting a long shadow over our society. It’s a grim reality that we must confront, but there is a glimmer of hope amidst this darkness. Suicide prevention is not just a concept; it’s a...
by erlangerhealth | Sep 6, 2023 | Breast Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. In 2023, an estimated 297,000 women and 2,800 men will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. The good news? There are over 3.8 million breast cancer survivors in the...
by Paula Connor, BSN, IBCLC, Lactation Team Lead | Jul 25, 2023 | Ask an Expert, Child & Family Health, Pregnancy & Childbirth, Women's Health
Breastfeeding is every mother’s gift to her baby. It is a special bond that only a mother and her child share. This is why the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that mothers exclusively breastfeed their babies for the first six months of their life and...
by Stephanie Updegraff, M.S., CCC-SLP | Jun 30, 2023 | Brain Health & Stroke, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Aphasia is a disorder that affects a person’s ability to communicate, whether it be through speaking, writing, or understanding language. It occurs when there is damage to the parts of the brain responsible for language processing. We will explore the importance...
by Dr. Kayley Marvel, MD | Jun 29, 2023 | Ask an Expert, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, going to the doctor or hospital can bring up a lot of anxiety and discomfort. This is because healthcare is an intimate and vulnerable experience, and it can be challenging to disclose your true identity or sexuality to someone you...
by Allyson Cole | May 18, 2023 | Cancer Issues, Child & Family Health, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Approximately 97,610 new melanoma cases will be diagnosed in the United States this year. In fact, according to the American Cancer Society, there are more people in the U.S. diagnosed with skin cancer every year than all other cancers combined. Fortunately, most skin...
