By US Health and Wellness Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States among men and women...

Women’s Heart Health Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the U.S. Creating a lifestyle that is protective of your heart...

Dressing Warm in Cold Weather When outdoors in extremely cold weather, try to keep trips short and dress for the cold. The Centers for...

Vision problems are often caused by diseases and conditions, such as diabetes and high blood pressure, that are preventable. Taking care...

The digestive system comprises the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, the liver, the pancreas, and the gallbladder. As a meal moves through the...

The health of your teeth and gums impacts many aspects of your daily life, including the ability to eat, speak, and smile, overall...

Caregivers are family members, friends, or paid helpers who regularly provide help to others in need. Often, caregivers support an ill...

Joints are where two bones meet and are what allow you to wiggle your fingers and toes, bend your elbows and knees, bend and twist at the...

Your annual checkup is an opportunity to re-evaluate your wellness plan and create new goals. Your doctor will complete your physical and...

June is Men’s Health Month and each year we wear blue to support and bring awareness to the health and wellbeing of men and boys. This...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “82 percent of American adults take at least one medication and 29...

Spring can be a challenging time for anyone with seasonal allergies, making it difficult to enjoy the fresh air and warmer weather....

In the U.S., a staggering 60% of adults live with a chronic disease. Right now, chronic disease is one of the leading causes of death in...

Eating a healthy, balanced diet plays an essential role in your health today and in the future. What you eat affects how you feel, your...

In response to the pandemic, many medical facilities have turned to telemedicine as a way for patients to safely access their health care...

Your immune system is your body's natural defense system that helps fight infections by attacking germs that cause diseases. There is no...

It's normal for blood pressure to go up and down throughout the day, but high blood pressure that is remains consistently elevated may be...

It’s been a long year and many of us have put things on hold during 2020 waiting for life to get back to normal. Better times are ahead...

Many of us are spending more time at home, making trips to the pantry or fridge all too easily! Let’s fill that pantry and fridge with...

All of us are spending more time at home and many of us may be wary of going to the gym, so let’s review creative ways to exercise at...

Do you struggle to stick with a healthy diet while enjoying yearend celebrations? If so, you are certainly not alone. Give these tips a...

Staying mentally alert and healthy is just as important as staying physically healthy. You can help your brain function by eating right,...

Flu season is upon us and this year the flu presents bigger risks and considerations than ever before. Common symptoms of the flu include...

COVID continues to impact our daily lives, creating stressors that may in large part be out of our control. There are ways we can curb...

If you are finding yourself struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep, consider some of these tips to help you sleep better: Try to go to...

Fall is here, and with it, many of our favorite fruits and vegetables come to harvest. Eating seasonal produce makes sure that we are...

2020 has been a trying year. Even the toughest of us have days where uncertainty or loss gets the better of us. Resilience is a practice....

Staying healthy and feeling your best is important at any age. There’s no stopping it! We get a little older every day. But growing older...

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