Awareness Matters

Preventive dental care is essential for maintaining oral health and achieving a lasting, confident smile. It encompasses daily habits such as brushing with fluoride toothpaste, regular flossing, and a balanced diet, complemented by routine oral exams and professional cleanings.

Stroke is a leading cause of death and long-term disability in the U.S. Knowing the earliest signs of a stroke can be a lifesaver. Every minute that a stroke continues, thousands of brain cells are dying.

April is Stress Awareness Month and a good time to discuss the effects of stress on our bodies. Stress has a way of rearing its ugly head and sometimes it can be overwhelming. As much as we wish it weren't so, stress is part of our daily lives.

Learn what financial wellness is, why it's important, and how it can improve your overall well-being. Plus, get 10 tips to guide and improve your financial wellness. 

Colon cancer is pretty common in the U.S. It’s our third most diagnosed cancer, and the second leading cause of cancer death. Although colonoscopy is the best test, there are other screening methods that are also good and much more convenient.

National Sleep Awareness Week is March 9 – 15 – a time to learn more about the importance of sleep for health and well-being, as well as ways that lack of sleep may be impacting you. Let’s begin by talking about your circadian rhythm.

Caring for your heart can sometimes feel like a trade-off between long-term health and short-term happiness. Who wants to live forever if you can’t eat, drink and binge-watch old sitcoms? However, doctors say practicing heart-healthy habits doesn’t have to mean giving up the good life.

National Eating Disorders Awareness Month is a time to learn about eating disorders, and enable those who need treatment to gain access to the necessary, potentially lifesaving resources. Most importantly, it’s a time to promote acceptance and respect for all bodies of every size and shape.

Glaucoma is the name for a group of eye diseases that develop when increased fluid pressure in the eyes damages the nerve fibers in the optic nerve and retina. This damage can lead to irreversible vision loss.

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month. Three preventive services for women covered by health insurance are the pap smear, pelvic exam, and the human papillomavirus (HPV) test. Each looks for abnormal cells before they turn into a serious condition like cervical cancer.