March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. The good news is that in the last decade there has been unprecedented progress in reducing colorectal cancer incidence and death rates in the U.S. The incidence in both men and women has …
Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of American women and men, and it is a leading cause of serious illness and disability. To highlight the importance of understanding and reducing risk factors for developing cardiovascular disease – including heart …
In the next few weeks the world will be tuned-in to the excitement of the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in PyeongChang, South Korea. And while these world-class athletes have had years and years of training, some of them may suffer …
It is common knowledge that it is important to protect your skin during the summer months. But, winter can be a difficult time for many skin types as well. In many temperate climates, the environmental humidity is lower in the …
Type 1 diabetes, once known as juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin. Insulin is a hormone the body needs to get glucose from the bloodstream into the cells …
As the old year wanes and people look to 2018, many New Year’s resolutions will focus on the tried and true: weight loss, exercise, and stress reduction. But have you ever thought about adding driving safety as a health goal? …
Whether you’ve been sticking to a healthier eating plan all year or plan to embark on one, the holiday season can present a speed bump for many people. People often feel like they only have two choices: throw all your …
An important part of preventive medicine is being up-to-date on immunizations. Unfortunately, many adults believe that once you are past childhood and the teen years you no longer need ongoing vaccinations. In truth, the need for immunization is a lifelong …
For many women, discussing issues related to their pelvic health is embarrassing and uncomfortable. But women should know they are not alone and that help is available. In fact, one in four women of 20 years and older suffer from …
As fall sports season gets underway, urgent care centers, hospital emergency departments, and physician offices see an increase in athletes coming in with injuries. More than 35 million young athletes participate in sports in the United States. Unfortunately, 3.5 …