There is an energy and enthusiasm that can be hard to beat on Jan. 1. This spirit can be an excellent catalyst for changes to your health.However, lofty health goals often fall by the wayside once February rolls around. This year, do something different. Aim to make simple and effective improvements to how you eat and how much you move your body. Making more sustainable changes to diet and exercise patterns can help to truly improve your health all year long.
Instead of weight loss, make your New Year’s resolution about your overall health. Here’s a quick primer on a few things you can do to improve yours this year.
Radiation and chemotherapy can take a toll on your body. If you’re facing cancer treatment, good nutrition can help you gear up for what’s to come.
If you are looking to increase your intake of greens this year, smoothies can be a helpful tool. A healthy smoothie should have a balance of fruits, greens and protein.
Whether or not you struggle with clinical depression, winter can intensify feelings of isolation and distress. It’s helpful to remember your feelings are valid and your experience is real.
What happens when I call 9-1-1 with symptoms of a heart attack?Have you ever heard of door-to-balloon time? It's the critical amount of time it takes for a heart attack patient to get from an initial assessment in the Emergency Department to treatment for the attack in the cardiac catheterization lab. It should be 90 minutes or less. During this time, an accredited Chest Pain Center should begin an intricate set of steps to guide treatment once they receive their patient.
It is easy to get overwhelmed when considering a heart-healthy diet. There are so many things to reduce, including saturated fat, processed foods and sodium. However, fiber is one item you can increase.
Chances are at some point in your life you have received care from a physician assistant (PA). PAs practice in all areas of health care, from hospitals and nursing homes to clinics and correctional institutions.
There are three major emergencies in mental health:
When you are sick or injured, temporary (acute) inflammation can be a sign that the body is healing. Chronic inflammation, however, occurs when your body is constantly under stress from lifestyle, disease or environmental factors. This long-lasting inflammation can impact the way your body functions and may lead to conditions like cancer or an autoimmune disease. Symptoms of chronic inflammation include body and joint pain, fatigue, stomach issues, weight gain or loss, and skin concerns--among many others.