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Should I be worried if I'm seeing spots?

March 16, 2020

Ever had spots, specks or cobweb-like lines float across your field of vision, only to drift away when you shift your eyes to focus on them? ...

tags: diabetes , eye exams , eye health , newsletter , ophthalmologists

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5 sugar-free ways to make your food (and life)...

March 9, 2020

Cutting back on sugar can be a challenge. For one thing, it's everywhere. Food companies regularly add dozens of different kinds of sugar to ...

tags: baking , health , newsletter , spices , sugar substitutes , vegetables

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Kratom: the risky new substance you need to know...

March 2, 2020

While it might not be on your radar quite yet, kratom is on the rise. Between 3 and 5 million Americans use the herbal supplement, either recreationally...

tags: addiction , health risks , herbal supplements , medication , newsletter

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The depression and heart disease link

February 24, 2020

There’s a close link between heart disease and depression. The good news? Keeping your heart healthy can keep your mood up—and vice...

tags: depression , heart health , mental health , newsletter , stress

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How working too much affects your heart

February 17, 2020

If you’re routinely working overtime and sitting at your desk for prolonged periods of time, your heart health may suffer. Find out how...

tags: diet , exercise , heart health , newsletter , stress , work life

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5 health benefits of humidifiers

January 27, 2020

When the air gets cooler and dry, adding moisture to your environment can help ease congestion, dry skin, irritated eyes and other seasonal symptoms...

tags: air , allergies , health issues , moisture , newsletter

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What is CBD and why are so many people using it?

December 2, 2019

Millions of Americans take CBD for insomnia, pain, anxiety and more. But research puts its effectiveness and long-term safety in doubt. Here's...

tags: cbd , health risks , legality , newsletter , safety , symptoms

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Can this drink increase your risk of stroke?

July 22, 2019

These drinks may give you a burst to meet a deadline, but consuming them is linked to serious health problems, including an increased risk of...

tags: caffeine , health risks , ingredients , newsletter , stroke

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Can a walk in the woods really make you happier?

July 15, 2019

Forest therapy is a traditional Japanese practice gaining fans around the world. Learn how walking in nature can ease your mind and boost your...

tags: calming , health benefits , nature , newsletter , senses , stress relieving

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Is ghee actually healthy?

July 8, 2019

Certain diets like Keto and Whole30 suggest that ghee is a healthier cooking oil. But ghee is really just clarified butter, so is this really...

tags: cholesterol , dairy , diets , fat , health , newsletter

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6 worst things you can do for your brain

June 24, 2019

Though you can't prevent dementia and cognitive decline, there are some steps you can take to help set you on the path to better brain health...

tags: alzheimer's , dementia , health , newsletter , risks , sleep

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9 of the worst health mistakes men make

June 17, 2019

A whopping 6 out of 10 men don't go to the doctor when they should. Find out the reasons why.

tags: behavior , diabetes , health , men , newsletter , obesity , physical activity

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7 Ways Mothers Make the World a Healthier Place

May 6, 2019

Mothers can help shape the healthy habits and behaviors of the next generation. Their influence may begin even before pregnancy and have a lasting...

tags: children , health , mother , newsletter , school

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Intermittent Fasting: What Really Happens to Your...

April 1, 2019

Here’s what we know about intermittent fasting so far–what it is and how it affects your body, along with tips should you choose ...

tags: diet , health , if , newsletter , weight loss

Understanding Cholesterol

January 11, 2018

“You can't have too much of a good thing,” the saying goes. But more often than not, you can. Sunshine is good, for example,...

tags: cholesterol , diet , health , healthy heart , heart , heart disease , heart health , nutrition

Is Heart Disease Genetic?

January 11, 2018

Maybe you already know that heart disease is the number one cause of death in the US. You consider yourself to be pretty healthy, so you don't...

tags: cardiovascular disease , diet , exercise , health , healthy heart , heart , heart disease , heart health , nutrition

"SANE" Nurses: Who are they?

October 28, 2017

The scores of people who have shared their stories of sexual assault and harassment in the now-viral #MeToo social media movement are staggering...

tags: health , sane nurses , sexual assault , trauma , women's health

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The Best and Worst Supplements for Joint Health

September 8, 2017

Read this before hitting up the vitamin shop.

tags: aging , capsaicin , chondroitin , curcumin , glucosamine , joint health , joint health supplements , joint pain , men's health , omega-3 oil , supplements , women's health

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4 Steps to Better Eye Health

August 14, 2017

Your eyes add more depth to each daily experience. Simply put, they're one of your most prized possessions.

tags: diabetic eye disease , glaucoma , macular degeneration , uva radiation , uvb radiation , uv rays , vision health

Healthy Party Snacks for Kids

August 14, 2017

Whether you're throwing a birthday party, cheering on your favorite football team or hosting your child's friends for a sleepover, it's highly...

tags: celebration , healthy snacks , hydration , kids , kids health , nutrition , pediatrics , recipes

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Back to School - What Parents Need to Know

August 8, 2017

The transition back to school can be hard on kids and parents alike. Here's how you can ease it.

tags: back to school , kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , routine

Safe Toys for Big Kids

June 9, 2017

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) closely monitors and regulates toys. Any toys made in — or imported into — the United States...

tags: kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , safe toys , safety

Safe Toys for Preschoolers

June 5, 2017

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) closely monitors and regulates toys. Any toys made in -- or imported into -- the United States...

tags: kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , preschool , safe toys , safety

Safe Toys for Toddlers

June 2, 2017

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) closely monitors and regulates toys. Any toys made in — or imported into — the United States...

tags: kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , safe toys , safety , toddlers

Safe Toys for Infants and Babies

May 30, 2017

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) closely monitors and regulates toys. Any toys made in — or imported into — the United States...

tags: baby , kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , safe toys , safety

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Top Tips for Choosing Safe Toys

December 8, 2016

Toys are supposed to be fun and are an important part of any child's development. Use this guide to be sure the toys you choose for your kids...

tags: gifts , holiday health , kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , peds , safe toys , safe toys and gifts month , 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

Understanding the Flu in Children

November 10, 2016

Stuffy noses, sore throats and upset tummies are never any fun. But, the flu... it’s in a class all its own.

tags: asthma , child flu , child sick , cough , flu , flu in kids , flu season , flu vaccine , germs , influenza , kids , kids health , kid sick , pediatrics , runny nose

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Youth Suicide: What a Parent Can Do

October 28, 2016

It’s devastating to report, but the CDC Says that suicide is the third leading cause of death for kids ages 10 to 24. According to Dr. John Landers...

tags: bullying , depression , kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , safety , sleep problems , suicide , youth

Ten Tips for Healthy Aging

August 16, 2016

Today, due to numerous medical and scientific advances, people are living longer than ever before. But, you do not just automatically live longer...

tags: aging , diet , exercise , happiness , health , healthy aging , nutrition , positive relationships

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

Autism, ADHD, And Anxiety Disorders (Part 1); ...

December 16, 2015

This is part one of a two-part series on the links between heredity and autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and anxiety ...

tags: adhd , anxiety disorder , autism , autism spectrum disorder , children's health , genetic testing , kids , pediatrics

5 Vaccine Myths Debunked

December 3, 2015

In the US, getting a child vaccinated is a must. You'll see the vaccine requirement in schools, and even daycare. But just because it's required...

tags: baby , childhood vaccinations , children's health , kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , vaccines

Who's In The Operating Room With You During Heart...

November 19, 2015

Having heart surgery is scary enough. Having a bunch of masked strangers stand over as you prepare to have surgery is even scarier.

tags: health , healthy heart , heart , heart disease , heart health , preparing for surgery , surgery

Things To Do Before College: A Medical Checklist...

November 12, 2015

Going to college can be a thrilling experience. Your child may be leaving home for the first time or traveling far away to new friends, new places...

tags: college , college students , health , immunizations , parenting , vaccines , wellness

Good Carbs, Bad Carbs: Is Fruit Bad For Your Health?

November 11, 2015

You turn on the TV and there's a slick talk show host promising dramatic weight loss results if you stop eating grapes. You click on a link...

tags: carbohydrates , carbs , diabetes , diet , health , healthy eating , nutrition , obesity , wellness

5 Ways A Child Life Specialist Uses Play Therapy...

November 4, 2015

When your child is hospitalized, your main concern as a parent is making sure she receives whatever treatment is necessary to get her physically...

tags: child life specialist , kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , peds , play therapy

How Does A 504 Plan Assist Your Child In School?

October 27, 2015

You've noticed that your kid is struggling with school. She can't seem to finish a test on time and gets distracted easily. You think...

tags: 504 plan , allergies , diabetes , kids , kids health , mental health , parenting , pediatrics , peds

Breast Cancer In Men: What Makes It Different?

October 15, 2015

Breast cancer may largely be seen as a woman's disease. While we're used to campaigns about breast cancer featuring women, these campaigns...

tags: breast cancer , cancer , cancer detection , cancer screening , health , men's health

Second Baby: When Is It Time To Get Pregnant Again?

October 1, 2015

That chubby face, the toothless smile, those cute little fingers and toes. You just can't get enough. You want another baby. Why wouldn't you?...

tags: baby , family planning , motherhood , parenting , pregnancy , pregnant , siblings , women's health

Back Surgery Recovery: 7 People You'll Need For...

September 22, 2015

Recovering from surgery might look painful or lonely, but it doesn't have to be. While inconvenience and recovery pain are unavoidable, ...

tags: back pain , back surgery , depression , health , surgery , surgery recovery , wellness

Heart Valves: 3 Ways They Behave Like School Crossing...

September 18, 2015

Remember your elementary school crossing guard? As you approached the intersection, she'd raise her paddle to halt traffic and let you cross...

tags: health , healthy heart , heart , heart disease , heart health

6 Dangerous School Sports And How To Prevent Injury

September 11, 2015

Athletes are favored highly in the US, whether it's professionals or Little Leaguers. A great deal of emphasis is put on success in sports...

tags: children's health , kids , kids health , kids safety , parenting , pediatrics , peds , safe sports , safety , sports

A Family Emergency Plan Checklist To Teach Your...

September 8, 2015

A 9-year-old calmly asks his grandmother to call 911 while giving CPR to his little sister who had just fallen in the pool, reports a May 2011...

tags: children's health , choking , cpr , emergency plan , kids , kids health , kids safety , parenting , safety

Circulatory System Function: Why Your Heart...

August 19, 2015

You remember how Dorothy, Toto, and the rest of the gang were trying to make their way to see the Wizard of Oz? That's kind of how veins...

tags: cardiovascular disease , healthy heart , heart , heart health

[Quiz] Bad Back: How Much Do You Know About...

August 17, 2015

Back pain is common. But bad back pain can be crippling, and it affects a huge number of Americans. Some have it for a few days, whereas others...

tags: back , back pain , back surgery , health , injury , wellness

Surgery Prep: 4 Things To Do Before Your Back ...

August 11, 2015

Both you and your doctor have decided that back surgery is the next step to help you manage your chronic, crippling back pain. But your head ...

tags: back pain , back surgery , health , surgery , surgery prep , wellness

3 Embarrassing Men's Health Issues You Need...

July 8, 2015

Your wife keeps nagging you to see the doctor about that embarrassing health condition you refuse to even talk about. You can't possibly...

tags: diabetes , erectile dysfunction , exercise , health , infertility , male incontinence , male infertility , men's health , obesity , smoking

Is Obesity Beautiful? Size 22 Supermodel Causes...

July 3, 2015

True, health is personal. And beauty comes in many sizes. But here are 5 situations when obesity definitely leads to health problems.

tags: diabetes , exercise , health , healthy eating , heart disease , nutrition , obesity , sleep apnea , wellness

5 Reasons Why A Heart Arrhythmia Can Be So Dangerous

June 22, 2015

Your heart is an electrical powerhouse. It beats 100,000 times, pumping nearly 2,000 gallons of blood”daily”all thanks to its internal...

tags: cardiac arrest , fainting , health , healthy heart , heart , heart arrhythmia , heart health , stroke , wellness

Fire And Water: Summer Safety Tips To Prevent ...

June 11, 2015

Fire and water may be opposing forces of nature, but both are leading causes of injury in children, especially during the warm summer months.

tags: burns , children's health , drowning , kids , kids health , kids safety , parenting , pediatrics , safety , summer

Hypothyroidism And Hyperthyroidism: Understanding...

May 12, 2015

Pop quiz: What do unexplained weight loss, fatigue, and sensitivity to temperature changes all have in common?

tags: fatigue , health , hyperthyroidism , hypothyroidism , weight loss

What The Future Of Health Looks Like With DIY ...

May 6, 2015

So, you thought your smartphone could do everything? As it turns out, the word "everything" gets redefined every day in the 21st century.

tags: diy bio , health , technology , wellness

Get The 411 On Thyroid Cancer Numbers

April 22, 2015

When you think of the different types of cancer, chances are you list the usual culprits: breast cancer, colon cancer, lung cancer, etc. But ...

tags: cancer , cancer screening , chemotherapy , health , radiation , surgery , thyroid cancer

4 Ways To Get Older Siblings Excited and Involved...

April 14, 2015

Bringing a new baby into the family is a big change for everyone, especially older siblings. And changes”even positive ones”can be...

tags: baby , kids , kids health , motherhood , parenting , pediatrics , pregnancy , pregnant , preparing for baby , siblings

Understanding the Risks of Infants and TV

April 7, 2015

The allure of an electronic screen and the possibilities that come with it are so enticing. Sometimes you feel like just kicking back on the ...

tags: children's health , infants , kids , kids health , parenting , pediatrics , peds , preschoolers , toddlers

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