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7 Ways Mothers Make the World a Healthier Place

April 29, 2019

Mothers can help shape the healthy habits and behaviors of the next generation. Their influence may begin even before pregnancy and have a lasting...

tags: children , health , mother , school

Stomach Troubles, What Is It?

November 2, 2018

Everyone experiences abdominal pain at some point. Whether it’s heartburn, gallstones, cramps or last night’s seafood dinner, there are many ...

Hernias Are More Common Than You Think

August 30, 2018

There are an estimated 3 million new hernia cases in the United States each year, a painful condition for those they affect.

Nine Vaccines Your Kids Need

July 30, 2018

School supplies and new clothes aren't the only back-to-school essentials. Childhood vaccinations also top the list of must-haves. Whether you're...

Get an “A” in Social Media

July 18, 2018

There are plenty of good things about social media -- but also many potential dangers and things that you want your kids and teens to avoid. ...

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4 Ways to Keep Dad Healthy on Father’s Day

May 31, 2018

Having trouble coming up with the perfect gift for Dad this Father’s Day?

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A Pessimist's Guide to Feeling More Optimistic

April 17, 2018

Optimism has been proven to help control stress, boost your mood, manage pain, support healthy lifestyle choices, and reduce your risk of dying...

How to Avoid Heart Disease: 6 Steps to a Healthier...

January 23, 2018

Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide – accounting for more than 17.3 million deaths per year – according to the American Heart...

Why is the flu so bad this year?

January 19, 2018

Some flu seasons are worse than others. Learn why the 2018 flu season is so widespread.

tags: er , flu , general wellness , h3n2 , primary care , urgent care

Cold or Flu?

January 18, 2018

You feel sick to your stomach. You’re sneezing, coughing, achy, feverish, and downright miserable. So do you have a cold, the regular flu, or...

Is Your Job a Pain in the Back?

January 18, 2018

Maybe you think that if you’re not a lumberjack, farmer or construction worker, you won’t have to worry about back pain at work. You’d be wrong...

tags: ortho-care-campaign

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How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

November 28, 2017 by Caron Sharp

Holidays can be hard on your waistline and hard on your mind.

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Bullying 101

September 25, 2017

Most experts on bullying define it as the use of force or coercion to abuse or intimidate others.

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Appendicitis – What is it and why is it so dangerous?

August 31, 2017 by Karl Stiegler, MD

The appendix is a small, tube-like vestigial organ that hangs from the large intestine, with an immune-related function early in life, but adults...

Total Solar Eclipse: How to See it Safely

August 14, 2017

Dr. Mark Ewald, an ophthalmologist at TriStar Centennial Medical Center, addresses key questions on eye protection for the Great American Eclipse...

tags: eclipse , eclipse safety , eye protection , eye safety , solar eclipse , sunglasses

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4 Steps to Better Eye Health

August 14, 2017

Your eyes add more depth to each daily experience. Simply put, they're one of your most prized possessions.

tags: diabetic eye disease , glaucoma , macular degeneration , uva radiation , uvb radiation , uv rays , vision health

Live Your Healthy

7 Ways Mothers Make the World a Healthier Place

Stomach Troubles, What Is It?

Hernias Are More Common Than You Think

Nine Vaccines Your Kids Need

Get an “A” in Social Media

4 Ways to Keep Dad Healthy on Father’s Day

A Pessimist's Guide to Feeling More Optimistic

How to Avoid Heart Disease: 6 Steps to a Healthier...

Why is the flu so bad this year?

Cold or Flu?

Is Your Job a Pain in the Back?

How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

Bullying 101

Appendicitis – What is it and why is it so dangerous?

Total Solar Eclipse: How to See it Safely

4 Steps to Better Eye Health

Total Eclipse to Pass Over the Low Country

Summer Beach Time Means Water Safety

Three Benefits of Eating Chocolate

I Had a Mammogram Come Back Positive

Does Deodorant Cause Breast Cancer?

6 Simple Ways to Protect Your Breasts

Laughter Therapy for a Healthier Heart

Is It a Cold? Or Is It the Flu? And What Do You...

Don't Let Chronic Heartburn Spoil Your Thanksgiving...