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Making End-of-Life Care Decisions

Although no one wants to think about it, end-of-life care is an important decision to make and a vital discussion to have with your doctor to ensure your wishes are respected. Whether you are sick or in good health, it’s important to think about the kind of care you would like to have in the event of a medical crisis. Keep in mind that there is no right or wrong decision. The best decision is the one that makes sense to you.

Level One Trauma Care Saved My Life

In June of 2014, I was trimming trees at a local church, which just happened to be across the street from a hospital. While I was working, a power line arched over to the metal bucket I was standing in and shot 14,000 volts of electricity through my body. (For perspective, a Taser delivers about 1,200 volts to the body.)

The Best Mother’s Day Gift? Self-Care

In today’s culture, new moms are under a lot of pressure. In the United States, new mothers often return to the workforce within six months of giving birth. One study showed that 25 percent of new moms returned to work within two weeks — even before their bodies have completely healed from pregnancy and childbirth. 

Rhabdo: The Dark Side of Intense Workouts

Most of us realize jumping into an intense workout too fast after sitting out for several months can cause injury. For weekend warriors, that often translates to a pulled muscle or shin splints. The majority of these side effects usually resolve with rest, a heating pad or some ibuprofen.

How Robotic Surgery Advances Care for Patients

The modern version of laparoscopic, or minimally invasive surgery, first emerged in the 1980s, but in the last 30 years the medical community has experienced significant advancements in laparoscopic surgery that have improved the way we care for patients.

Signs You Might Have a Weak Immune System and How To Fix It

Take a Breast Cancer Risk Assessment. It Saved Actress Olivia Munn’s Life

James Van Der Beek’s Colon Cancer Death: A Warning for Young Adults

Actor James Van Der Beek’s death following a battle with colon cancer offers a stark reminder about a rising threat to young adults. While incidence rates for many cancers have been on the decline for several decades, the opposite is true for colon cancer – particularly among adults under the age of 50.

How To Improve Blood Circulation: 6 Tips from a Vascular Surgeon

Youth Sports Safety: A Parent’s Guide to Injury Prevention and Healthy Play

Your child is excited to start a sport, but you’re concerned about potential injuries. You both can feel confident about this new stage in your child’s life as long as you strike a balance between safety and autonomy.