In the Upper Midwest, we know about the depths of winter all too well – arctic temperatures drop, long hours of darkness and face-freezing conditions. It’s enough to make even the hardiest among us want to hibernate until the spring thaw.
Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes swelling and irritation of the tissues, called inflammation, in the digestive tract. This can lead to belly pain, severe diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss and malnutrition.
If you’re one of the more than 34 million Americans with diabetes, you know how important it is to take good care of yourself—monitoring your blood sugar, watching your diet, taking your medication and exercising.
If you have unusual urges to urinate, your healthcare professional checks for an infection or blood in your urine. Your health professional may also check to see if you're emptying your bladder all the way when you urinate.
Finding breast cancer early is the best way to prevent deaths from breast cancer. Getting regular screening tests is the best way to find breast cancer early.
Musculoskeletal pain affects more than just your muscles and bones. It can also affect your mental health, sleep patterns, relationships, activities of daily living, and on-the-job effectiveness. That’s especially problematic with chronic pain.
Over 5% of the world’s population, or 430 million people, require rehabilitation to address their disabling hearing loss (including 34 million children). It is estimated that by 2050 over 700 million people, or 1 in every 10 people – will have disabling hearing loss.
Talking about suicide is an effective way to help prevent it. But it’s vital to know what to say. We can all help prevent suicide, says 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Psoriasis is a disease that primarily affects the skin, but it can also damage the joints and affect other organs in some cases. About 5 million people in the U.S. have psoriasis.
Civility is defined as demonstrating and maintaining respectful behavior toward one another, even when we disagree. Essentially, Civility is how we treat each other with respect especially when we disagree.
A bone sarcoma is a primary bone cancer—meaning the cancer starts within the bone tissue and forms a tumor. These tumors can develop in many areas of the body, most often in the arms, legs, and pelvis. Some bone sarcomas grow slowly, while others act more aggressively.
Fragile X syndrome is the leading cause of inherited intellectual disabilities. There are behavioral, physical, intellectual and mental health symptoms. Although there isn’t a cure, medication and therapy can help manage symptoms.
What if you could do just one quick thing to improve your health? Staying healthy and feeling good about taking care of yourself is as easy as making one call. Just schedule a yearly exam with your doctor.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that's caused by an extremely stressful or terrifying event, either being part of it or witnessing it. Getting treatment after PTSD symptoms arise can be very important to ease symptoms and help people function better.
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.
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