The 2020 flu season is underway. In addition to getting your flu shot, learn about other steps to prevent the flu, as well as its symptoms and treatment options.
prevention
Family Medicine
Tips to prevent falls
One out of every five falls results in a serious injury. These injuries can make it hard for a person to get around, do everyday activities, or live on their own. Review these tips for preventing falls.
Sports Medicine
What is sports medicine?
When you injure yourself during exercise or while playing a sport, you want to get back to your routine as soon as you can. Sports medicine doctors help you do just that.
Women's Health
Osteoporosis: When to start screening for better bone health
Osteoporosis causes bones to become brittle and fragile. What are the risk factors and when should you be screened?
Women's Health
A new dimension in mammography
Conventional mammograms are an effective tool to detect breast cancer and are currently the standard of care. But 3D mammography is proving to be even better.
Sports Medicine
How can concussions in youth sports be prevented?
Concussions in youth sports are increasingly considered a public health crisis. Learn about initiatives aimed at prevention.
Birthing Center
Postpartum eye health: Advice for expectant Moms
We don’t often think about how pregnancy can affect the mother-to-be’s vision. Learn what expectant moms need to know.
Family Medicine
An apple a day keeps the doctor away
“Keeping the doctor away” is not a medical center best practice or a wise decision for anyone. But eating “an apple a day” is a worthy pursuit.
Rehabilitation
Stand-up desks: Just a fad or are there real benefits?
Sitting all day long? Have you considered standing? Learn about the pros and cons of stand-up desks.