All Search Results
-
Why Is Pancreatic Cancer So Deadly?
Pancreatic cancer isn’t common, but it is one of the deadliest types of cancer. That’s because symptoms usually don’t surface until the cancer is already in late stages, making it difficult to treat.
-
Being a Grandparent Can Add Years to Your Life
Ask any grandparent about their grandkids, and you’ll likely hear all about the joy they bring. But as it turns out, your adorable grandchild can add more than just a smile to your face – they can add years to your life.
-
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.
-
Gallbladder: A Tiny Organ with a Big Impact
It may not grab the spotlight the way the heart and lungs do, but your gallbladder plays a key role in your health. Understanding how this tiny but mighty organ works — and what can happen when it doesn’t — can you help identify potential problems.
-
What Happens When the Limb Is Gone, but the Pain Remains?
Losing a limb can deliver a one-two punch. First there’s the physical and mental trauma of an amputation. Then, for more than 80 percent of amputees, comes the chronic pain that can be nearly as debilitating as their original injury.
-
Pumpkin Pie Pancakes
Pumpkin pie is my favorite fall flavor, so I incorporated pumpkin pie spice and canned pumpkin into our weekend pancake recipe. These pancakes have dietary fiber and vitamin A and great flavor!
-
Advice Every Parent Needs When a Child Is Hospitalized
We never expect our children to spend time in the hospital. So, when it happens, it can be a jarring experience both for the child and their family. But even if you feel like life is spinning out of control, there are things you can do to better navigate the situation.
-
No Time to Exercise? Tips for Busy Parents
Having children and a job can make the idea of working out seem impossible. Maybe you immediately picture the dirty dishes stacked next to the sink, the toys strewn across the living room floor or the children who are hungry for dinner. Add to that the never-ending exhaustion that most parents feel.
-
Donating Blood? Here’s How to Prepare
For the past 50 years, the American Red Cross has joined forces with hospitals and blood banks across the country to replenish our nation’s crucial blood supply. The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified the need. But before you schedule that appointment, you should make some tweaks in your diet.
-
Parsnip Chips
Did you know that adding parsnips to your diet can help reduce blood cholesterol levels? Try out this fiber-filled chips recipe by Lauren Popeck, a registered dietitian.
