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Dec
10
Dec
Medical Minute: Back pain basics with Dr. Alyssa Erskine
Struggling with back pain? Dr. Alyssa Erskine from Beacon Three Rivers Health shares valuable insights on causes and treatments. From muscle strains to poor posture, she offers advice on managing and preventing back pain effectively. Learn more — including when to seek medical help — in our latest Medical Minute video. Take the...
04
Dec
How a healthy smile affects your whole body
In the world of medical care, teeth have historically been considered separately from the rest of your body. You don’t find dentists working at your local hospital, for example. And insurance plans generally cover medical care or dental care, but not both in the same policy. Intuitively, it all seems a...
02
Dec
Medical Minute with Rachel Knafel, DNP: Tips for maintaining your health during the holidays
Starting to feel overwhelmed by holiday indulgences? Beacon Medical Group Goshen family medicine nurse practitioner Rachel Knafel, DNP, shares simple tips to maintain your health and well-being. Learn how to balance treats, stay active and prioritize sleep. Check out her advice in our latest Medical Minute video — también en...
27
Nov
Early detection and Beacon’s advanced technology shape breast cancer patient’s successful treatment
For Darlyn Smale, preventive health care has always been a non-negotiable, rooted in a simple but powerful philosophy: Take care of what needs to be taken care of, especially when it comes to screenings and annual exams. "I've had mammograms forever," she says. This unwavering vigilance proved vital when doctors detected cancer...
27
Nov
Beacon dietitians offer smart strategies to help us navigate our holiday food choices
Skipping meals before the big holiday feast might seem logical, but two Beacon nutrition experts say this common practice can actually backfire. "The feeling of restriction or that you shouldn't eat something is likely going to backfire when you've been thinking about it for the last three days," says Kate Glick,...
21
Nov
Local teacher finds relief from fibroids through minimally invasive treatment at Beacon
For years, Melvenea Hodges brought energy and enthusiasm to her elementary school classroom, while privately battling a health condition that drained her vitality. She struggled alone in silence until finally reaching out to her primary care provider in 2022. Month after month, her condition began to take an increasing toll on...
20
Nov
Early detection, expert Beacon care team, guide patient though breast cancer journey
Bonnie Laub normally stays on top of her annual mammogram schedule. But last year, a broken arm and need to find a new primary care provider delayed her. When she finally saw her new doctor, getting her mammogram was at the top of her medical "to-do" list. During her appointment, she...
13
Nov
Eye on Health: Beacon doctors emphasize importance of life-saving lung cancer screenings
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths nationwide, but doctors say - if caught early - it can be cured. At Beacon, lung cancer screenings are allowing doctors to detect lung cancer before symptoms appear. Early detection is key, said Dr. Diego Heredia, Beacon Medical Group pulmonologist. "Part of the...
08
Nov