March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, presenting the ideal time to get the conversation going on what colorectal cancer is and what we can do to prevent it. The first step is education, and then to encourage our friends and …
There is nothing worse than having a sickness or injury slow you down, and every season presents a variety of ailments. Winter is a beautiful season, but it also poses a very unique set of health threats. From colds and …
February is American Heart Month. While news headlines often highlight new or rare diseases, it is important to remember that heart disease is still the number one cause of death in the United States. In fact, according to the American …
We all strive to live a healthy lifestyle. Good health offers immense benefits, both physical and mental. Although good health has many components, a person’s weight is an extremely important element of overall well-being. In fact, the benefits of weight …
You may have heard of a newly identified allergy referred to as the “tick-bite” or alpha-gal allergy. This type of allergy develops from a reaction to the alpha-gal sugar (carbohydrate) molecule, which is found in mammalian meat sources (cows, …
The United States Congress designated each January as Cervical Health Awareness Month. With about 15,000 women diagnosed with cervical cancer each year in the United States alone, it is the fourth most common type of cancer for women worldwide. The …
An estimated 40,000 people lost their lives and about 4.5 million people were seriously injured in car crashes in 2018 according to the National Safety Council. While travel safety is important all year long, it takes on even greater importance …
To most people, November is the beginning of cold weather, warm jackets, and let us not forget the turkey and pumpkin pie! But for some, this is the month to bring awareness to the public about managing diabetes. It …
Here in the Delaware Valley, fall is in the air. That’s right—the days are getting shorter, leaves are falling, and the temperature is beginning to cool. Fall is a season of transition, and it’s a great time to focus on …
Swimsuit, check. Sandals, check. Beach towel, check. Lounge chair, check. There is certainly no shortage of things to pack when planning a trip to the shore.
In addition to the standard beach fare, keep your health and safety in mind …