Spending time outside is one of the best parts of summer, whether your child is heading to day camp, staying overnight or your family is planning a weekend in the woods. Along with all that fresh air and activity, bug bites and stings are almost guaranteed. Most of the...
Before heading out for day camp, overnight camp or a family camping trip, most families focus on the basics — clothes, food and gear. But one of the most important things to bring is something you hope you won’t need: a well-prepared first-aid kit. [caption id="attachment_59930" align="alignleft" width="248"] Sean Crabtree, PA, Family Medicine[/caption] “A lot...
Steady progress continues on the exterior of the new Memorial Hospital patient tower as crews install the curtain wall system that will define the building’s look and protect everything happening inside it. In total, 1,432 curtain wall panels are being installed on the tower, and recently...
The symptoms of stress can show up in unexpected ways. In men, they may appear as irritability, anger, poor sleep, lack of focus or low motivation — signs that are often dismissed or brushed off. In our latest Medical Minute video, Beacon Kalamazoo Family & Internal...
Colds and allergies can feel very similar, but they’re not the same. In this Medical Minute, Beacon Kalamazoo family medicine physician Dr. Yousef Khozmi breaks down what to watch for, how long symptoms typically last and when it’s a good idea to talk to your primary...
Are energy drinks harmless fun for children, or should parents be worried? While plenty of market research shows the popularity of energy drinks among adults, especially younger adults, information about children’s and preteens’ consumption of energy drinks is harder to find. However, at least one study...
As women move through perimenopause and menopause, the basics of daily health can make a powerful difference. In his latest video, family medicine physician Dr. Zach DuBois explains why foundational habits — eating whole foods, moving your body, prioritizing sleep and managing stress — play...
A stuffy nose, pressure in your face, and a headache can feel the same whether you have allergies or a sinus infection. Many people assume that sinus pressure always means infection, but that’s not always true. Michael Allen, MSN, RN, FNP-C, family medicine nurse practitioner...
Beacon Health & Fitness Granger member Greg Mueller didn’t go to Phoenix in late January expecting to win. He went to run a smart race, push himself and maybe snag the HYROX “flag” he and his wife, Lisa, joked about before the start. Instead, he...
During Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the power of connection, mentorship and the everyday moments that shape who we become. The stories shared by women across Beacon remind us that leadership isn’t defined only by titles or accomplishments — it’s reflected in the relationships that...
