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What's in Your Lunchbox? Check Out Dietitian Lisa Cooper's Healthy Guide to Lunches for the Family

The nightly ritual at our house is packing lunches. We each have our own tastes and preferences – so our packed lunches look very different. Since my kids are older, I let them pack their own lunches (with a little supervision!) because I know they will be more likely to eat what they pack.

Student Athlete Concussions: What To Watch For

For parents of student athletes, few injuries are as frightening as a concussion. This is especially true because, unlike broken bones or sprained ankles, it can be difficult to know when a concussion has happened. Know which symptoms to watch for can help you spot lingering signs of a concussion. 

Is It Too Late for a Flu Shot? Definitely Not!

No one wants to get the influenza virus (flu). We continue to vaccinate throughout the flu season as it remains the single best way to protect our children and families. 

Dawn Napoli explains the pros and cons of SHRED, a diet designed to help you forgo the plateau

As many of us know, to achieve your ideal body weight, you have to maintain a healthy diet and exercise daily. However, sometimes, even after we make that commitment and see results, we see a plateau right around the last 10-20 pounds. The Shred Diet is a 6-week plan designed by Dr. Ian Smith to help dieters achieve their ideal weight and forgo the plateau.

10 Things To Ask Cardiologist at First Visit

You’ve experienced heart discomfort, or your primary care doctor noticed something amiss during routine blood work. So now you’re headed to your first appointment with a cardiologist.

With a Severe Flu Season Predicted, It’s Not Too Soon for Your Shot

Although it seems as if we just finished with flu season a few months ago, it’s time to get your yearly flu shot again. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends adults and children over six months get their flu vaccine by the end of October 2019.

Midlife Checkup: Don’t Skip This Essential Doctor Visit Once You Turn 50

Building Health Literacy: How to Empower Patients with Health Information

With all the health information available online, in doctor’s offices and during doctor-patient interactions, it can be difficult for patients to make sense of it all.

Hernia Surgery: What To Expect Before, During and After

If you have a hernia – a bulge or bump in your abdomen or groin – you’ll need surgery. Hernias don’t disappear naturally. The good news is that this common outpatient surgery, which repairs the weakened area, can have you returning to work in a week and back to your regular activities after four weeks or more.

Preventing Cancer: What To Eat for a Healthy Colon

Colorectal cancer remains one of the most preventable yet deadly cancers in the U.S. While treatments have advanced, research consistently shows that preventive measures, especially those focused on nutrition, may play a vital role in reducing the risk of colorectal cancer.