Prostate Cancer Screenings Can Save Your Life
By Odell Smith, MD Prostate cancer screenings may be an uncomfortable topic for many men, but it’s a conversation that should happen more often—especially with your family doctor. Why? Because early detection can save lives. Even though prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men, the American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute […]
Healthy Recipes to Spice Up Your Dinners
By Kristin Lamb, CHWC Changing your eating habits to include healthier foods can be hard. And it’s even more challenging to find healthy meals that actually taste good. But we’re here to help! Below are recipes for two great dishes you can throw into your dinner rotation. Maple Chicken Sandwich with Roasted Peaches and Goat […]
5 Ways to Control Your Cholesterol with Food
By Katie Boscia, RD, IBCLC There are several aspects of your diet that can be changed to lower or control your cholesterol. Many of these changes also help with weight loss, blood pressure and blood sugar control, as well as overall heart health. Eating healthier and exercising will help tremendously in improving your overall wellbeing. […]
Battling Childhood Obesity
By Joy Kain, MD Over the past two decades, childhood obesity has skyrocketed—nearly doubling in children and tripling in adolescents. Child specialists now fear the current generation of children might live shorter lifespans than their parents due to the long-term effects of this growing problem. Obesity can lead to chronic disease in adults and adolescents, […]
Healthy Sleep Guide for Kids
By Megan Landwerlen, MD “How much sleep does my child need?” It’s no surprise this important question is one of the most common ones brought up at pediatric office visits. With the fast-paced world we live in today and sleep becoming something we tend to give up as adults, it’s crucial for parents to set […]
5 Tips for Healthy Aging
By Meredith Taylor, MD If you take a good, long look in a mirror, you’re bound to notice the formation of fine lines on your face or grey in your hair. Aging isn’t often something we think about until our birthdays roll around. In fact, many people try not to think about getting old. But […]