Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes

November 11, 2016 by Val Chessin, RN, BSN, CDE
About 30 million people in the United States now have type 2 diabetes, which can lead to serious health problems, like stroke, heart disease,...

tags: blood glucose , diabetes , diabetes awareness , diabetes prevention , diet , exercise , heart disease , kidney disease , nutrition , pre-diabetes , stroke , type 2 diabetes

Staying Safe in Winter

November 10, 2016
Winter Sports Safety Tips

tags: kids , kids safety , kids skiing , kids sledding , kids snowmobiling , parenting , pediatrics , sports , winter safety

Summertime Activities to Develop Motor Skills

November 10, 2016 by EIRMC's Pediatric Therapies Department
Fine motor skills refers to the ability to use the small muscles of the wrists, hands and fingers in conjunction with the eyes.

tags: kids , kids fine motor skills , kids health , kids pediatric therapy , motor skills , ot , parenting , pediatric occupational therapy , pediatric physical therapy , pediatrics , pediatric speech therapy , pediatric therapy , pt

When do I get a mammogram?

November 10, 2016
There has been lots of conversation about when and how often women should have an annual mammogram.

tags: 3d mammogram , 3d mammography , breast cancer , mammogram , mammography , pain in breast , women's cancer

The Quick-Fix Mediterranean Diet

June 21, 2016
Adding international flair to your diet could quickly lead to a healthier heart.

tags: diet , healthy heart , heart disease , heart health , mediterranean diet , nutrition , vitamins