Life changes when you can breathe again. An avid walker for years, Al Cover noticed his energy slipping away until an ultrasound revealed a serious heart condition. Al was diagnosed with aortic valve stenosis - a condition where calcium buildup on heart valves can become deadly...
[caption id="attachment_56799" align="alignright" width="365"] Jerry Roberts[/caption] Jerry Roberts had high standards when he was looking for a neurosurgeon—as anyone should. He wanted someone who would make decisions together. Someone who would listen to what mattered to him. Someone who could guide him through the pain of spine...
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...
[caption id="attachment_56752" align="alignleft" width="548"] Melissa Cook watches over her children doing homework.[/caption] Parenting young children means embracing the beautiful chaos — and sometimes it takes a Herculean effort just to get them out the door. “It feels like Navy SEAL training to get them all ready and...
[caption id="attachment_56731" align="alignleft" width="422"] Christopher Riley[/caption] “I’m in my ninth year of battling brain tumors,” Christopher Riley shares. With the support of his medical team, family and the strength of his faith, he continues to overcome his medical challenges, practice law, serve his community and enjoy...
When we shared Laurie Hayn’s story in 2022, she had just been adjusting to life after losing her left leg and most of her left arm in a farming accident. Through expert trauma care at Beacon, determination and a resilient spirit, Laurie was back to...
[caption id="attachment_56657" align="alignleft" width="304"] Amy Nussbaum with her family today.[/caption] Amy Nussbaum lives a life not unlike many others. She has a job, a family, and she maintains an active lifestyle. But there came a day when the list of things she needed to do, and wanted...
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...
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. [caption id="attachment_56605" align="alignleft" width="254"] Carrie...
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...
