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  • Things You Should Know About the Flu Vaccine

    Influenza virus causes sudden high fever, body aches, stuffy nose and nasty cough. Every year in the U.S., up to 20 percent of people get the flu. It can become a serious illness, especially in the very young, the elderly, pregnant women and those with chronic conditions such as asthma, obesity and diabetes. Most years about 200,000 Americans are hospitalized and more than 35,000 die due to influenza.

  • Understanding the Risks of Tommy John Surgery

    For many athletes, sometimes recovery can be as trying as the initial injury.

  • What You Should Know About the New Dietary Guidelines

    If you want to live a long, healthy life, say goodbye to added sugars and excess salt in your diet and hello to more seafood, whole grains and vegetables.

  • American Cancer Society Issues New Guidelines for Breast Cancer Survivors

      About 12 percent of women will develop invasive cancer in their lifetime, and thanks to advancements in treatment, many of them will survive

  • Study Involving Twins Highlights Genetics’ Role in Cancer Risk

    It’s common knowledge that family genetics play a role in the development of cancer, but a new study indicates that there’s an increased risk of cancer in family members who share an identical genetic makeup: twins.

  • Does swimming cause ear infections?

    This blog post was originally published in June 2014

  • How To Know if You Have a Hernia

    If you’re noticing strange bumps or lumps in your body, you may have a hernia, which is very common and can be easily treated. Here is what you need to know if you suspect you may have one.

  • Breast Reduction Surgery: 5 Things To Consider

    Overly large breasts can be a source of emotional stress and physical strain, leading to a range of chronic conditions, including back and neck pain, skin irritation and rashes that won’t go away. They make it difficult to find clothes that fit and can be an obstacle to a more active, athletic lifestyle.

  • Home Workouts: More Effective Than the Gym?

    Going to the gym isn’t the only way to get in a great workout. Working out at home can be just as effective. While a gym provides a dedicated space, home workouts offer more flexibility and can be more efficient. It all depends on how you use your time and equipment to maximize your effort.

  • To Circumcise or Not: What To Consider

    Circumcision, the removal of the foreskin from your infant’s penis, is a personal decision that often can be stressful for parents.