To Your Health Blogs
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When something seems fishy, don't get a pedicure
Pedicures can pose risks if the proper precautions aren't taken.
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Hold the phone? How to tell when your tween is ready for one
Parents who are thinking of getting their child a smartphone need to do some advance planning to make sure the whole family is ready for this new responsibility.
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Grief during the holidays: when derailing may put you back on track
For some, the holidays are complicated because they’re missing a loved one who has died.
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How to protect your family from food poisoning
Equip yourself with the smarts to keep your family’s dinner table safe from germs and toxins that cause food poisoning.
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Alcohol is not healthy; if you drink, do so in moderation
There is no recommended safe level of alcohol consumption, and people should not consume unhealthy calories in alcoholic drinks as a substitute for nutrient-dense calories from healthy foods.
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A heart attack can wreck your holiday
The holidays seem to cause a spike in heart attacks and strokes. Know the signs and symptoms so you can seek medical care immediately.
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Why all women should know about MINOCA heart attacks
MINOCA heart attacks are different than typical ones caused by blocked arteries, and women are more susceptible to them.
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After a carpal tunnel diagnosis, several steps come before hand surgery
Activity modification and wrist splints are among the non-operative therapies a patient with carpal tunnel syndrome may try before considering hand surgery.
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Prostate surgery saves lives; advances curb incontinence and impotence
Prostate cancer patients facing the likelihood of surgery can be offered encouraging news thanks to advancements in surgical techniques.
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How to help a teen through holiday depression - Part 2
The second half of our interview with Dousedaicon family therapist Kathryn Anderson on teen depression.
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How to help a teen through holiday depression - Part 1
Family therapist Kathryn Anderson discusses the warning signs of teen depression, its prevalence and causes, and what we can do to help our teenagers prevent and work through it.
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Why it helps to get a second opinion on cancer care
How to have all the information you need to get a cancer treatment plan you are comfortable with.
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Nurse navigator: The person you need in your corner during breast cancer treatment
Nurse navigators provide resources and compassion as they guide cancer patients during a challenging time.
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Ask the dietitian: How to choose the right oil for different cooking temperatures
You can make a good, healthy oil into an unhealthy one if cooking it at the wrong temperature.
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"Adrenal fatigue" isn't what ails you
If you feel fatigued or stressed, don't rush out to buy licorice root or Siberian ginseng: see a health care provider who can tell you if you're suffering from a real disease.
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Detox on your own, using your body's system
A lot of companies would like you to think you need to buy a detoxifying treatment to get healthy. You can do it on your own.
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Get your flu shot now!
The good news for flu season is that treatment options are available.
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Bento box or power bowl your way to a slimmer body
Homemade power bowls and bento boxes can be quick, easy ways to put together healthy meals.
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When launching an exercise routine with arthritis, look for a custom fit
Patients with osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis can pursue an exercise regimen. The key is customizing an exercise program to a patient’s capabilities.
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Ho-ho-ho-liday stress? Here’s how to avoid it.
Check out these tips on how to avoid holiday stress so that you can focus on the festivities.
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