The last thing any family wants during the holidays is a trip to the Emergency Room. According to a study published in Clinical Pediatrics analyzing emergency room data from 1990 to 2011, there has been a 40 percent increase in …
Staying Safe This Holiday Season
With the holiday season quickly approaching, it is important to stay safe while enjoying the time spent with family. Paying attention to safety will ensure a happy holiday season. The Level 1 Trauma Center at Cooper University Health Care wants …
Understanding Your Lung Cancer Risk
By David D. Shersher, MD
Thoracic Surgeon, Lung Cancer Center, MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper
According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer is the second most common cancer in both men and women (other than skin cancer). Lung …
Parents’ Tool Kit for Fall and Winter
By Heidi J. Weinroth, MD
Cooper Pediatrics at Moorestown
By now, everyone has settled into their school time routine. Although it was sad to see the lazy days of summer end, it’s nice to be back into a regular schedule …
Getting the Most From Your Doctor’s Visit
The kids are back in school, summer’s fun and craziness is behind you, so what better way to get started and improve your health as we end 2016? A visit to the doctor’s office can be a stressful experience, so …
Falling: Important Facts You Need to Know
Did you know that one out of three individuals 65 and older falls each year? Sadly, fewer than half report these issues to their doctor. Falls can result in life threatening injury and serious illness. Even worse, patients can become …
Protecting Against Mosquito-Borne Illnesses: What’s the Buzz?
By Heidi J. Weinroth, MD
Cooper Pediatrics at Moorestown
Even though summer is officially drawing to a close, concerns about mosquito-borne illnesses linger as long as the weather remains warm. With athletes and spectators returning from the summer Olympics in …
When to Go to an Urgent Care Center and When to Go to the Emergency Department
By James J. Flowers, DO
Medical Director, Cooper Urgent Care Centers
Emergency Medicine, Cooper University Health Care
It’s Saturday morning. You’re at your daughter’s soccer game. She is about to kick a goal when her foot gets caught on the …
Healthy Tips for Men – Infographic
Men’s Health Month may be winding down, but men need to stay focused on their wellness this month and every month. Use the tips in this infographic as a daily guide for maintaining optimal health.…
Learn How to Treat and Prevent Head Lice
Summertime is finally here! However, many of the activities in the summer that involve close head-to-head contact often promote the transmission of lice. Just the mention of this word will cause most people who are reading this article to start …