Aging
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month is observed in June as an opportunity to spread the word about and discuss Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Keep your brain sharp by incorporating these healthy habits into your…
Do You Have a Primary Care Provider (PCP)? Here’s Why You Should
It’s understandable why someone might wait until they get “sick” to enlist the help of a physician. However, there are so many health-related concerns that benefit from a proactive approach to one’s care. A primary…
Taking care of business (outside) doesn’t have to be a pain.
As the weather warms up and the days get longer, the urge to get outside willingly really becomes too much to pass up. While weeding may not be everyone’s favorite activity, and mowing isn’t all…
Tips for Winter Joint Pain Relief
Winter weather—particularly cold—can cause slow, achy joints, making it hard to move. If you’re looking for winter joint pain relief, here are some tips to help you avoid the discomfort brought on by the…
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.
Colonoscopy: What to Expect and Why They’re Important
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in men and women in the United States, excluding…
What You Need to Know About Heart Disease
What You Need to Know About Heart Disease In the United States, someone has a heart attack every…
What are CT Heart Scans and why are they important?
Heart health is something you can take into your own hands, as there are many modifiable risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease. If you smoke, are overweight or obese, lead a sedentary lifestyle,…
The Benefits of Exercising with Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a is a neurodegenerative disorder, which over time affects a person’s speech and movement. The disease typically affects individuals 60 years of age and older, and it’s commonly associated with severe shaking…
Could That Pain Be Arthritis?
Could That Pain Be Arthritis? Can you feel the impending rain in your old football injury? Perhaps you…