Health News

More than just the number on the scale will change when you lose weight.

Not sure what to do if a friend or family member has mental health issues? These tips may help.

Today’s generation of teens are at high risk of suicide. Learn what you can do to intervene.

Here's how to recognize common fall hazards so you can do something to lower your risk.

Women need to be aware of this serious heart arrhythmia because early detection is important.

Your knees aren’t getting any younger. Here’s how to keep them in order.

Now is as good a time as any to get these appointments on your calendar.

Don’t let a sport injury keep you off the field this season. Here’s how to be safe before, during and after an activity.

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and the most preventable, too.
 

A stroke can cause chaos. Know what to expect from its start to the recovery process.

GERD can start out as an annoyance, but can cause serious damage over time. Avoid long-term effects through simple lifestyle changes and possibly treatment.

Various colorectal cancer screening options can make diagnosis and early detection easier for ou.

Get to know the simple ways that you can stay a step ahead of this dangerous cancer.

Not all heart events are the same. Knowing what makes them different can be the key to surviving them.

Diabetes doesn't mean you have to sacrifice quality of life.

The time to build healthy habits is here. Don't think too hard, we've come up with a list of resolutions worth keeping.

Put self-care at the top of your to-do list. Identify when stress is affecting you and how you can manage it.

Don’t miss any of the holiday cheer, avoid the flu this year.

Sometimes the big health reasons to quit smoking are not enough. These small perks might be the push you need to make the commitment.

Depression is the most prevalent mental health problem among older adults and can lead to a decline in physical, mental and social functioning.

When it comes to maintaining heart health, early detection and prevention are key. This simple test can uncover a dangerous condition.

It's the No. 1 cause of disability worldwide. Learn how to better deal with it.

Paying attention to the most common types of injury can help keep you and your family safe while getting the most out of the warm months ahead.

June is Men’s Health Awareness Month! Regular check-ups and screenings can help men stay healthy by indicating preventive health needs and catching issues before they become more serious.

Nurses are on the frontline of most every healthcare interaction, from emergencies to routine checkins, and their lifesaving work has an incredible impact on patients, their families and communities as a whole. We celebrate nurses everywhere during National Nurses Week, May 6-12.

Learn when to visit the emergency room versus urgent care.

If you suffer from chronic joint pain and medications are no longer working, you may be a candidate for joint replacement.

Knowing the signs and symptoms can save your life!

Want a fresh start for 2022? Create realistic, reasonable goals to set yourself up for success.

A healthy heart is vital to good health. And while heart disease, unfortunately, remains the leading cause of death in the United States, there are things you can do to help keep this all-important organ in top form.

Hyperbaric Medical Director Ruben de Los Santos, MD, shares insights on advanced treatments for stubborn wounds, including those related to diabetes.