Health and Wellness

Summertime is full of fun, but it’s also full of health risks in the backyard, the campground, and the water! Dr. Carl Wentzel discusses the precautions you should take to protect yourself and your children from the hazards of summer. To learn more about health and summer safety call 889-CARE(2273).READ MORE

I grew up in a mostly sugar-free home. We didn’t have cookies at lunch. Candy? That was strictly on Halloween. Cakes were reserved for birthdays. And when it came time for breakfast every morning, we never had Cocoa Puffs or Apple Jacks in our bowls either. Cheerios was the sweetest cereal we were allowed to […]READ MORE

I grew up in one of “those homes.” We didn’t have dessert every night. Candy? That was a treat reserved for Easter. Cakes were strictly on birthdays. And when it came time for breakfast every morning, we never had Fruit Loops or Frosted Flakes in our bowls either. Cheerios was the sweetest cereal we were […]READ MORE

Sheila Baily, registered dietitian with Bon Secours In Motion, reviews her top tips for getting – and staying – hydrated in the heat. Some tips include taking into account what fluids you’re drinking, listening to the physical clues your body gives you, and monitoring the extent of your physical activity. For more information about the […]READ MORE

With everyone in a sporting mood this summer and the family-fun filled Fourth of July just around the corner, we wanted to take a minute to send out some advice for mixing alcohol and sports. Given the relationship between a few backyard barbeque beers and pick-up games like frisbee, tag, football, basketball or soccer, we […]READ MORE

Hundreds of years ago, people were active year-round. We worked in the fields, chopped wood, and walked everywhere. Because of the constant physical labor, changing seasons and a shift into summer didn’t pose any particular risk to the body. Fast-forward to today, when, according to the British Journal of Sports Medicine, the average adult spends […]READ MORE

Doctors and patients nationwide are about to take on a weighty issue: obesity. Federal health authorities are urging doctors nationwide to screen their adult patients for obesity. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force – an independent group of national experts in prevention and evidence-based medicine – made the recommendation this week. The Task Force also […]READ MORE

While there are many types of arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, lupus, fibromyalgia, lyme disease and gout, the most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which usually occurs in people 65 and older but can affect people of all ages. Like other chronic conditions, osteoarthritis has no single cause. Genetics definitely play a role, […]READ MORE

When summer temperatures soar, those of us who can skip the shoes and socks will readily reach for a pair of stylish flip-flops. In an effort to promote good foot health, the American Podiatric Medical Association recommends the following flip-flop guidelines for those who choose to wear them: Inspect your flip-flops regularly. Make sure to replace […]READ MORE

Ready to ditch your shoes and socks for a pair of flip-flops? When summer temperatures soar, many of us reach into our closets for a pair of sandals to keep our feet cool. In an effort to promote good foot health, the American Podiatric Medical Association recommends the following flip-flop guidelines for those who choose to […]READ MORE