The Centers for Disease Control recommends that everyone born from 1945–1965 (baby-boomers) get tested for hepatitis C, a disease that causes inflammation and infection of the liver. This condition develops after being infected with the hepatitis C virus (HCV). It can cause lifelong infection, fibrosis (mild to moderate liver scarring), ... Read More »
Contributor, Janice Love, MS, Author, Certified Coach Being a caregiver is no easy task. Often time the patient receives all the attention and the caregiver’s needs may go unnoticed. A year ago, my sister who was the primary caretaker of our widowed father, became ill and was hospitalized in critical ... Read More »
Getting a check-up is one of many things you can do to help stay healthy and prevent disease and a variety of illnesses and disabilities. You’ve made the appointment to see your doctor. You’ve followed the instructions on how to prepare for specific tests. But before your next checkup, make sure ... Read More »
Keeping hands clean is one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs, especially the seasonal flu virus. Many diseases and conditions are spread by not washing hands with soap and clean, running water. If soap and water are unavailable, use an alcohol-based ... Read More »
It is important to determine what your expectations are when selecting a new doctor. Gather as much information as possible to make the best decision for you and your family. The following are a few questions to consider: Is the doctor taking new patients? Is the doctor in my network ... Read More »
By Mayo Clinic Staff Did you know that your oral health offers clues about your overall health — or that problems in your mouth can affect the rest of your body? Protect yourself by learning more about the connection between your oral health and overall health. What’s the connection between ... Read More »
Early Detection Can Save Lives. Nearly all breast cancers can be treated successfully if detected early. Mammography can detect breast cancer about two years before physical systems develop. Studies have shown that early detection, followed by prompt, appropriate treatment, saves lives and increases treatment options. The Show Me Healthy Women ... Read More »
Have you had your eyes checked lately? Our Health Matters visited with ophthalmologist, Joseph L. Parelman, MD, to answer questions about glaucoma disease and LASIK, a popular vision correction surgery. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in people over age 60. What ... Read More »
By Janice Love, MS, Author, Certified Coach It has been said, “If you want to change your body, change your brain.” I used to believe that my health was predetermined by my DNA and I would ultimately be diagnosed with many of the same illnesses as my parents. I remember asking ... Read More »
By Susan Crain, MSSW, President/CEO Mental Health America of the Heartland Just as parents prepare their children for the beginning of the new school year with the right school supplies, it’s also important to consider their mental health. Parents tend to focus on a child’s physical needs such as food, ... Read More »
