5 Facts about Sickle Cell Disease
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder that affects many people worldwide. It is caused by a genetic mutation that affects the hemoglobin in red blood cells, causing them to become rigid and sickle shaped. These crescent shaped cells have difficulty passing through …
Why Exercise is Key to Healthy Aging
Aging is a natural process that we all go through, but the way we age varies from person to person. It is not just about adding more years to your life, but about making those years healthy and fulfilling. Healthy aging means taking care of …
Live a Healthier, More Active Life
Physical activity is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle, yet many people fail to incorporate it into their daily routines. With the rise of sedentary lifestyles and desk jobs, the importance of physical activity cannot be overstated. Regular exercise can improve your mental and …
The Importance of Preventative Care
The Importance of Preventative Care Preventative care is the effort that is taken to monitor and measure your overall health so that you can take action and avoid certain health risks. The path to preventative care starts with annual checkups. Though our lives can sometimes …
Why Become an Organ Donor?
Why Become an Organ Donor? April is National Donate Life Month to help raise awareness about donating, encourage people to become organ donors, and honor those who have given the gift of life through their organs. While most Americans support organ donation, only 48% of …
Cesarean Awareness Month
Cesarean Awareness Month When it comes to childbirth, there are many factors that contribute to the method by which a baby is delivered. What can be a time of excitement and joy, can also be a time of uncertainty and fear when the term “Cesarean” …
Alcohol and Heart Disease
Alcohol and Heart Disease Every year, the month of April is dedicated to raising awareness of alcohol misuse or abuse. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism works to educate the public on the impact that alcohol has on health. This month, we are …
Nutrition and Mental Health
Our diets play an important role in our mental health and well-being. Our brains are constantly working, taking care of our thoughts, movements, breathing, and heartbeat. All this work requires a constant supply of fuel. This fuel comes from the foods that we eat, which …
