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Apr
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Apr
Practical tips for good nutrition in childhood and beyond
As a parent, you want to give your child the best possible start in life. A great way to build a healthy foundation is through good nutrition. Not only will this give them the fuel they need to grow, it’s incredibly important to their behavioral, intellectual and emotional development. Good nutrition...
20
Feb
Hypertension: Taking control of your blood pressure
Why is it that every time you see a healthcare provider, they take your blood pressure? It’s due to a very good reason: high blood pressure (hypertension) is a leading cause of death the U.S., but it’s highly treatable. Johnny Gerardot, MD, a family medicine physician with Beacon Medical Group Main...
20
Feb
Understanding antibiotic resistance
Antibiotics truly revolutionized the field of medicine when penicillin, the first antibiotic, was discovered back in 1928. Nearly a century later, we still rely heavily on antibiotics to treat a variety of illnesses, and it’s estimated that they save millions of lives worldwide every year. However, we’re seeing a growing threat...
14
Feb
Medical Minute: Lead with your heart — Safeguarding women’s cardiovascular health
Would you recognize the signs of a heart attack if they happened to you? Because women may experience the signs of a heart attack differently, they may not know what to look for – and that means women run the risk of losing precious time before seeking treatment. For Heart Month...
03
Feb
Why sleep matters: Expert advice for parents
Are your kids getting enough sleep? Adequate rest is essential for everyone, as it affects learning, physical health and mental health. In addition, getting enough sleep supports the immune system and the body’s ability to heal. It’s known that children need more sleep than adults. We spoke with Linda Evans, MD,...
07
Jan
Medical Minute: Cervical Health Awareness Month with Dr. Erika Dearing
In our latest Medical Minute video, Dr. Erika Dearing, obstetrician and gynecologist at Beacon Three Rivers Health Family, Internal Medicine and Women’s Services, emphasizes the importance of regular screenings and the HPV vaccine. Cervical cancer is highly treatable when detected early, and the HPV vaccine is over 99% effective in...
01
Jan
Strengthen your immune system: Expert tips for staying healthy year round
Staying healthy is a priority no matter the time of year. While colds, flu and other infections can feel especially common during certain seasons, the truth is that our immune system works around the clock and it benefits from consistent care. Family Nurse Practitioner Carrie Daniels, Beacon Medical Group Elkhart East,...
01
Jan
New year, new goals, new you
After weeks of rich foods and an abundance of sweet treats, how are you feeling? Once the holiday season has passed, many people are ready to put their health and fitness goals front and center when it comes to new year’s resolutions. That’s why health clubs are so crowded in January....
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Dec