by Laxmi Parsa, MD | Apr 8, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Hepatitis A outbreaks continue to make headlines in the region. But what is that exactly and how can you protect yourself? Most of us aren’t super familiar with hepatitis in general, or with hepatitis A specifically. So, let’s take a look at the basics about the...
by erlangerhealth | Apr 5, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Weight Loss, Women's Health
Spring has finally sprung. The trees are budding, the flowers are blooming, and sunshine lingers a few more minutes every day. It’s time to shed our winter coats. Spring is a time of renewal, what better time to feel a sense of revitalization than to do a little...
by Rachel Newmyer, RN | Apr 3, 2019 | Men's Health, Regain Health, Weight Loss, Women's Health
Dear Navigator, I have heard that intestinal gas post-surgery is a big problem. What if anything can be done for this? Good question, Jan; many post-operative bariatric patients indeed complain of gas. These are some things I have learned over the years for prevention...
by erlangerhealth | Mar 26, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Just the thought of hemorrhoids is enough for most people to cringe, either in embarrassment or at the thought of pain. But if you’ve ever experienced them, you are not alone — and help is available! Because hemorrhoids involve a “private” area of the body and are...
by erlangerhealth | Mar 19, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
No-Bake Cookie Dough Protein Balls Ingredients ½ cup almond butter ¼ cup honey ½ cup raw almonds, finely chopped 1 serving of your favorite plain, vanilla, or chocolate protein powder 2 tbsp mini semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips Instructions Combine all ingredients...
by erlangerhealth | Mar 5, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Consider this scenario: You take a medication for a symptom you’re experiencing. But after a few days or weeks, you develop another symptom, which may be caused by the medication you’re taking. So now you need another medication to help you manage the side effect of...
