by by Berneet Kaur, M.D. | Aug 30, 2016 | Brain Health & Stroke, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
With the loss of legendary Lady Vol basketball coach Pat Summitt earlier this year, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia were all over the news. As you age, what you should know about dementia and how to protect your brain health? Dementia is common across the world. The...
by erlangerhealth | Aug 25, 2016 | Cancer Issues, Cancer Issues, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
The state of Tennessee has the 14th highest obesity rate in the nation. Up to a third of cancer-related deaths are due to obesity and a sedentary lifestyle. Add those two facts up, and you have a lethal combination. Fortunately, you can take positive steps to reduce...
by jgint | Aug 19, 2016 | Men's Health, Women's Health
Upcoming Seminars Support Groups meet from 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM unless otherwise noted. Date & LocationTopicPresenter/Facilitator October Oct. 31 – SiskinPortion DistortionAimee Brock November Nov. 7 – Erlanger EastHealthy Holiday EatingAimee Dyess Nov. 14 –...
by by: Shayla Toombs-Withers, M.D. | Aug 17, 2016 | Stay Well, Women's Health
From mammograms to pelvic exams, colonoscopies to bone density tests, health screenings provide an important way for doctors to detect and treat potential health problems early on. But how do you know which tests are recommended — and when to get them? One simple way...
by erlangerhealth | Aug 15, 2016 | Regain Health, Women's Health
You’ve probably heard of postpartum depression, but did you know new moms can also experience postpartum anxiety? Read on for answers to demystifying postpartum depression and anxiety. Q: How do I know if I have postpartum depression? A: Postpartum depression occurs...
by erlangerhealth | Aug 11, 2016 | Arthritis, Back, Bone & Joint Health, Men's Health, Regain Health, Women's Health
When you were young, you may have heard your grandmother complain about the ache in her hands as “her arthritis acting up.” These days, you may be feeling its effects yourself. How much do you know about the condition? Arthritis is common in the United States — more...
