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Physical changes to expect after turning 65 and how to prepare for them

Sept. 25, 2017

MountianView Hospital

Whether you’re in tip-top shape, or beginning to feel some signs of age, you should be prepared for the ways your body changes after 65.
What to expect when you go for a mammogram

Sept. 18, 2017

Sunrise Health

Aside from skin cancers, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer for women in the U.S. and, while it cannot be prevented, it’s often treatable when discovered early.
Why are autoimmune diseases on the rise?

Sept. 11, 2017

Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center

Common, life-threatening, difficult to diagnose and incurable — autoimmune diseases are as mysterious as they are dangerous.
Model good screen-time behavior for your kids

Sept. 5, 2017

Sunrise Children's Hospital

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that parents monitor the amount of time kids spend looking at screens, but the ubiquitous nature of our personal devices can make this a difficult task.
Why you should get the flu shot early this year

Aug. 28, 2017

CareNow Urgent Care

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends getting vaccinated as soon as the shot is available, which is usually by late August or early September.
Caring for wounds and foot ulcers in diabetic patients

Aug. 21, 2017

Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center

The American Podiatric Medical Association reports that 15 percent of diabetic patients will develop a foot ulcer.
How to teach your children about stranger safety

Aug. 14, 2017

Sunrise Children's Hospital

Rather than teaching “stranger danger,” parents should educate children about safe strangers while emphasizing caution, situational awareness and establishing boundaries.
Why baby boomers need to step up to get tested for hep. C

Aug. 7, 2017

MountainView Hospital

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone born between 1945 and 1965, often called the baby boomer generation, be screened for hepatitis C.
The importance of talking about mental illness and suicide

July 31, 2017

Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center

Mental illness has no boundaries and can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, race and income level. The National Alliance on Mental Illness reports that approximately 1 in 5 adults in the United States experience mental illness in any given year, and suicide is the 10th-leading cause of death in the U.S.
Does your child have scoliosis? Everything you need to know about this common spinal deformity

July 24, 2017

Sunrise Children's Hospital

Scoliosis is a common spinal deformity that is often first detected in children and adolescents. With approximately 3 million new cases diagnosed each year, there are multiple types of scoliosis with varying levels of severity — some requiring surgery.
Don’t confuse strokes for migraines: How to recognize stroke symptoms

July 17, 2017

Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center

Some stroke symptoms can be confused with other conditions, including migraines, which affect 12 percent of the population, according to the Migraine Research Foundation.
Do fidget spinners actually reduce stress? Are they safe for children?

July 10, 2017

Sunrise Children's Hospital

Marketed as a stress-relieving toy, manufacturers claim that fidget spinners can help improve focus and ease anxiety by redirecting emotional stress into repetitive physical movements. How many of these claims actually hold weight?
Understanding the highs and lows of your blood pressure reading

July 3, 2017

MountainView Hospital

Blood pressure is a key indicator of how well the cardiovascular system is functioning and can signal many diseases and conditions.
Beating the dreaded norovirus this summer

June 26, 2017

Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center

It’s extremely contagious and known to spread at resorts, day care centers, nursing homes, summer camps, cruise ships and other similar, enclosed spaces.
Being healthy starts in your gut: Tips for promoting optimal gut health and preventing disease

June 19, 2017

Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center

The gut is a powerhouse within the body — it converts food into energy, delivers valuable nutrients into the bloodstream, manages waste and protects against disease. In fact, the gut is an intrinsic link to bettering our overall health and wellness.
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