Your doctor is your partner in your care. You may have heard that phrase a lot, but do you really know what it means? It means that your physician is dedicated to helping you live a healthier life. But in order to do that, you and your doctor need to communicate honestly and openly. There […]
I think it’s safe to say that many of us will be hosting or attending a Super Bowl party this year. With the home team in and Cam’s energy against Peyton’s experience, it’s going to be a great game. It’s also a game that typically comes with a line-up of high-calorie party food, like pizza, […]
Is “walking in a winter wonderland” not quite your style? Maybe you prefer “dashing through the snow” from December through February? While some opt to head for the gym when temperatures plummet, others prefer to exercise outside for the benefits of fresh air and sunshine. Whether you’re jogging through the neighborhood or shoveling snow in […]
It starts silently, and the symptoms are often easy to overlook. One-third of all adults have diabetes and don’t even realize they have it. This places them at risk for stroke, kidney failure, and even limb amputation. WHAT IS DIABETES? Diabetes occurs when the pancreas doesn’t produce insulin or the body isn’t able to use […]
Diabetes Management Living a healthy life with type 1 or type 2 diabetes is possible, but it takes a lot of effort and diligence to ensure that you’re making good choices. This is vital to avoid complications associated with these diseases. Following are some questions to help you evaluate how well you’re managing your diabetes. […]
Have you ever heard a coworker comment that they wanted a window office or were stepping outside into the sunlight to “get some vitamin D”? While sun exposure does prompt the body to make this important nutrient, overexposure to the sun can increase skin cancer risk. WHAT IS VITAMIN D AND WHY IS IT […]
Some social media outlets call it the “Dad bod.” Is there something about fatherhood that makes men fat? This question arose from a study by Northwestern University that was published in the American Journal of Men’s Health. It examined the Body Mass Index (BMI) of 10,000 men. The research studied three groups: men who were […]
Not everyone celebrates summer with shorts and tank tops. Those struggling with psoriasis often opt to wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts despite the heat and humidity. Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes dry, itchy red patches. It’s caused when extra skin cells build up, producing thick, silvery scales. Many with psoriasis may be embarrassed by […]
What Is Arthritis? Arthritis is one of the most common diseases in the United States, and it is not just a disease that affects older Americans. While joint and muscle stiffness may begin for many in the mid-40s, it can affect young adults and children. Research scientists have been continually working toward developing new treatments for […]
Imagine suddenly losing your balance while climbing stairs. Or being unable to button your shirt because of blurred vision or hand tremors. For more than 2.3 million Americans, living with multiple sclerosis (MS) presents these challenges and many more every day. Because MS affects the immune and central nervous systems, its symptoms can cause problems to almost […]