Lifestyle refers to the way you live your life including your daily habits, activities you participate in and dietary choices. Understanding your food cravings can provide valuable insight and allow you to make changes to improve your overall health.
Your skin is one of the most important (and largest) organs in your body. Just like your heart, eyes, or kidneys, it’s important to treat your skin well. Below are a few facts about your skin to help jump start your healthy skin lifestyle.
There are many myths floating around the internet about smoking. Here are four myths (and their truths) so you can get your facts straight when it comes to the topic of smoking.
As we set goals for our health, we often focus on day-to-day healthy habits and lifestyle changes. It takes time to create habits and truly see change. Because of this, it can be easy to give up on daily habits when results are not seen immediately.
As the leaves begin to fall and the air starts to chill, it’s time to prepare for the fall sports season. Sports are a great way to get the exercise you need while showing some school spirit, however, they are also a common culprit of injury. The best way to lead your team to victory this season is to stay on top of your health. To help you care for your body this fall, Brian Ward, MD, sports medicine doctor and orthopaedic surgeon, has outlined some tips on how athletes can stay safe and healthy in every sport this season.
Sprains in any joint of the body happen when a ligament is stretched or torn. For ankles, this typically occurs during sports activities or a misstep while walking/running on uneven surfaces. Learn the best way to manage the pain from a sprained ankle.
Nothing is more precious than the gift of health. Our physicians and staff recommend their health-focused favorites that can be gifted to your friends, family and colleagues this holiday season.
There are many misconceptions and old wives tales surrounding your skin. Follow these tips and tricks to keep your skin healthy year after year.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 71 million American adults have high cholesterol and only 1 out of every 3 adults with high cholesterol has their condition under control. In fact, people with high cholesterol have approximately twice the risk of heart disease than people with optimal levels. Plus, having high cholesterol puts you at risk for developing heart disease which is the leading cause of death in the United States.
Illnesses and injuries often seem to pop up when you least expect them. When medical care is needed at night or over the weekend, patients are often unsure where to go for treatment. The first step is to determine if the medical issue can wait for a visit with the primary care doctor or if it is an acute issue requiring immediate attention. If the problem requires attention outside of your physician’s clinic hours, and depending on the symptoms, care is available at an immediate care center (ICC) or at an emergency room (ER) at a local hospital. Both the time and cost can vary drastically depending on where the medical care is provided, so it’s important to understand the difference between the two and the impact your choice may have on your wallet.