Teens
A Return to Sports and Possible Injuries
Athletic trainers are key in keeping athletes healthy. Students are returning to school, meaning high school athletes across the state are returning to sports. This green light is great news for thousands of…
Navigating Back to School Anxiety
Dr. Raunak Khisty Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Riverside Medical Center While going back to school can be an exciting time for some kids, others may struggle with anxiety as we head into a…
Time To Vaccinate
August is National Immunization Awareness Month and the perfect time to make sure you and your children are up-to-date on all of the recommended vaccinations for your age group. Staying current on vaccinations is…
Managing Mental Health around the Holidays
A jam-packed social calendar, deadlines at work, the loss of a loved one, or sunless winter days may have you feeling less than merry around the holidays. Here are some ways in which…
Choosing a Primary Care Provider
Whether you have been putting off finding a primary care provider, or maybe you are just ready for a change, establishing a primary care provider is the starting point for better health.
Mitigating Kids’ Pandemic and Post-Pandemic Anxiety
Dr. Raunak Khisty Adolescent Psychiatric Hospitalist at Riverside Medical Center. It’s not been an easy go of it for kids over the last 18 months. Suddenly forced into distance learning, many struggled with focus,…
3 Ways to Boost Mental Health During a Pandemic
Managing stress, depression, and anxiety during the COVID-19 outbreak can feel overwhelming. Dr. Raunak Khisty, Psychiatrist with Riverside Behvairoal Medicine, shares three ways you can boost mental health during a pandemic.
Processing Loss: Why Children Need Help Navigating Grief
Grief is something we all experience at some point in our life. But, children process loss differently than adults. For very young children, loss or death lacks finality. It may even…
The Dangers of Vaping
What You Need to Know About Vaping E-cigarettes represent a $26 million industry. While not approved by the FDA as a smoking cessation tool, many individuals began using e-cigarettes as…
Don’t Let the Flu Get You
Stick it to the flu. Vaccinations are your first line of defense against influenza. Other ways you can protect yourself and others include limiting contact with sick people and washing your…