By Debra Jackson Mental health can become a full- time job if you allow it to take a toll on you. Have you ever found yourself combating inner negative thoughts and speaking them aloud? Well, you can fix that by “catching it, checking it and changing it.” When I was in training to be a […]
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By Dr. Matthew Lewis As we head into spring, many people are feeling the effects of inactivity from the winter season and all the good holiday food we enjoyed. The warmer weather and sunshine are calling us outside, and some of us are looking to resume or begin a fitness routine. This can be a […]
By Christina Metz We women cherish the power of our female anatomy in our youth. From carrying and delivering babies to regulating hormones, the uterus and ovaries are the stars of the show. However, we tend to neglect other critical components and aspects of our reproductive system during this time. This negligence extends to even […]
Many don’t appreciate the importance of caring for their feet or value the benefit of wearing well-fitting, quality shoes and socks. It is extremely important for athletes, diabetics, the elderly and those who are on their feet a lot to take special care of their feet to reduce their likelihood of becoming a good candidate […]
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By Dr. Sidra Khalid April is cancer awareness month for head and neck cancers and esophageal cancer. Lifestyle changes play an important role in decreasing the chance of cancer development. Lifestyle changes can be difficult to implement all at once; plan to reach one goal at a time to achieve results. Join a support group […]
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Our eyes are a critical part of our lives, and they require periodic care and protection to stay healthy. In honor of Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month, here are five tips to keep your eyes in peak condition: 1. Get annual dilated eye examinations, even if you’re seeing well. An eye exam not only […]
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From Memorial Health System “Brittany’s smile could light up the room,” Ellen Duvernay says of her daughter. Brittany was 26 when she was in a golf cart accident and tragically died from a traumatic brain injury. Now, her mother is on a journey to spread awareness about organ donation, the gift her daughter gave other […]
