Veterans Day, observed on November 11, 2025, is a time to recognize and honor those who have served our country with courage, commitment and sacrifice. At Beacon Health System, we are proud to work alongside many veterans who continue to serve others through their dedication to...
We all deal with stress, whether it’s deadlines, traffic or any number of curveballs that come along. It’s part of everyday life. But how do you know when normal stress crosses the line into something more serious, like anxiety? According to Judith Philip, MD, family medicine...
How good are you at following “doctor’s orders”? The American Medical Association says people don’t take medications as prescribed about half of the time … and that’s just one aspect of managing a health condition. Among the most common chronic (ongoing) conditions in the U.S. are...
Nearly every parent knows that dreaded moment when they receive a letter from their child’s school containing the words “head lice.” Lice might be unpleasant, but there’s no need to panic. We’ve got information and tips to help your family cope, courtesy of Sarah O’Connor,...
If you need trusted answers to questions about childhood vaccines, Beacon experts are your go-to resource for working through concerns and giving you factual, scientific-based answers. Our latest Medical Minute video series shares straight talk and important insights about vaccines from our pediatricians at Beacon...
For several months recently, hospital visits were a part of six-year-old Malachi’s routine. But there was something he saw each time that lifted his spirits and captured his imagination: the giant, red crane towering over the new Memorial Hospital patient tower construction site. [caption id="attachment_58127" align="alignleft"...
Did you know that children eight to 18 years old are averaging more than a whopping seven hours a day watching or using screens according to the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry? Before you begin to worry, consider that different types of screens often...
One of the hazards of the summer months, especially for families who enjoy spending time outdoors, is the hated tick. These little bloodsuckers find a cozy spot and latch onto our bodies, feeding for as long as three days before they drop off. During that time,...
As women approach their midlife years, they’re faced with a new and significant change to their bodies: menopause. Often misunderstood, menopause — and its precursor, perimenopause — brings different health risks and concerns for women to manage. Family medicine Nurse Practitioner Shelby Patterson, Beacon Medical Group...
We all love a vacation! We hope for clear skies, warm weather and a good time for everyone. But who hasn’t heard stories of a friend who got the stomach flu on vacation, stayed out too long in the sun or even twisted an ankle? Not...
