By Melissa New With the official first day of summer right around the corner, the days will grow longer, and the temperature will keep rising. People will be out and about at the beach, lying by the pool, boating and hosting backyard barbecues. Along with these fun activities comes the threat of sun damage. The […]
From Memorial Hospital Did you know that 72 percent of men would rather do household chores, like cleaning the bathroom or mowing the lawn, than go to the doctor? June is Men’s Health Month, the perfect time to remind the men in your life of some simple ways to improve their wellbeing – including seeing […]
My favorite season is officially here! It’s time to have fun in the sun and set some summertime goals. To accomplish your goals, you need to know how to set them. You can’t simply say, “I want,” and expect it to happen. Goal setting is a process that starts with careful consideration of what you […]
By Dr. April Ulmer When it comes to kids’ tummy problems, a wide range of potential causes may be to blame. Some of the most common culprits, such as the flu, are easiest for caregivers to identify. As important as it is to pinpoint the physical, or “organic,” causes of gastrointestinal symptoms in children, it […]
By Dr. Sidra Khalid Cancer is a life-altering diagnosis that not only affects an individual physically, but also mentally and emotionally. When someone goes through different diagnostic and treatment steps in their cancer care journey, he or she likely will experience many emotions. For example, anxiety can arise at different times, such as during: the […]
Did you know women are at a higher risk for certain lung diseases? The number of U.S. women diagnosed with lung disease is rising, but you can take steps toward prevention. Memorial Health System pulmonologists, Dr. Summer Allen and Dr. Jay Segarra, are here to share some common signs and symptoms, as well as […]
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I often hear that I am a very positive person, and yes, I do strive to look on the bright, sunny side of situations. Finding optimism even in difficult times can lead to stronger mindsets. I call a positive attitude the invisible muscle, one we must develop to be resilient. But in our challenging, fast-paced […]
