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4 Things You Need to Know for Good Bone Health
About 1.5 million bone fractures occur each year in the U.S., leading to 500,000 hospitalizations, 800,000 emergency room visits and more than 2.6 million doctors’ visits, according to the U.S. Surgeon General’s report.
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What To Look for When Picking a Physical Therapist
Much like choosing a doctor, it’s important to find a physical therapist who understands your specific medical problem and has a detailed plan to treat it.
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When To See an Orthopedist for Your Aching Back
Back pain is one of life’s most common ailments and a leading cause of missed work. The pain comes in so many forms that it can be tough to know the difference between something that will go away over time versus a more serious condition in need of an orthopedist’s care.
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3 Ways To Prepare for a Virtual Doctor Appointment
When life gets busy, it can be difficult to squeeze in a doctor visit. Telehealth appointments save time, especially if you take steps to prepare before you meet with your physician virtually.
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Time for Your Flu Shot (No, It’s Not Too Soon)
Although it seems as if flu season ended just a few months ago, it’s already time to get your annual flu shot again. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends adults and children over 6 months get their flu vaccine by the end of October 2018.
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How to Make More Organs Usable for Lifesaving Transplants
Nearly 116,000 Americans are on the waiting list for a lifesaving organ transplant. While we know that organ donation can save lives and thousands of people donate every year, what isn’t often discussed is that not every organ donated is viable enough to use for a transplant.
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Preparing for Surgery: What You Need To Know
It’s natural to feel nervous as your surgery date nears. But the more you know about what to expect and how to prepare, the better you’ll feel.
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Suicide Prevention: Tips For Parents To Help Their Kids
Building your child’s resilience may lower their suicide risk by teaching them how to cope with mental health issues. And surrounding your child with supportive people whom they trust also can help give them the confidence they need to navigate life.
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When To Go To An Athletic Trainer For An Injury
Soreness in your quad muscle. Pain in your foot when you wake up that diminishes as the day goes on. Lingering tenderness from a previous injury.
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Keeping Baby Safe: Steps To Keep Bad Bacteria Out of Breast Pumps, Bottles and Formula
Mothers have safely fed newborns pumped breast milk, and formula, for ages. But recent reports about two infants who died after getting a bacterial infection – likely from powdered formula, a baby bottle or breastfeeding equipment -- have some new moms scared.
