Category: Health Tips

  • Why Should My Child Get the HPV Vaccine?

    We tell our kids to put on sunscreen and not to smoke because we don’t want them at risk for skin and lung cancer later in life. Like practicing sun safety and avoiding tobacco, getting the HPV vaccine is cancer prevention. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention… Read full article

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    Winter Blues: What is High-Functioning Depression? How to Handle Seasonal Affective Disorder.

    It’s not unusual to feel a little isolated and down in the dumps at times during the winter months. Those short, dark days in January and February can bring about moments of the “winter blues.” And many of us have been laid up with viruses like the flu recently too. But if you are experiencing… Read full article

  • Living With Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Tips for the Holidays

    The decorations are up, the music’s playing, and kitchens are busy as people prepare for holiday celebrations. But if you have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), this time of year can feel like anything but a party. Holiday gatherings often feature indulgent food and drinks, which can trigger flare-ups of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, the… Read full article

  • Why is Everyone Getting Sick? What is the Immunity Gap? Understanding the Viruses that are Going Around

    This fall, it seems like everyone has been laid up with something. Physicians at Summit Health, like Linda Steiner, MD, say cases of RSV, the flu, the common cold, and COVID-19 are all coinciding. And the number of children being hospitalized with RSV has been surging throughout the U.S. for several months now. But why?… Read full article

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    Why Family Health History Is Important

    You’re usually asked to share or update your family health history when you visit a provider for the first time, or the first time in a while. While this might feel like a daunting task, it’s worth it when it comes to your health. And the holidays are an opportune time of year to gather… Read full article

  • Healthy Eating Tips for Your Next Holiday Party

    From Thanksgiving until New Year’s Day, holiday gatherings are filled with tables of holiday themed dishes and so many sweets. While we all look forward to enjoying these holiday favorites at these festivities, many of us tend to overindulge. In fact, most people end up gaining an extra pound or two during the holiday season.… Read full article

  • Being Kind is Good for Your Health

    It feels good to be kind. But did you know practicing an act of kindness a day can make you healthier? From reducing stress to increasing immunity and protecting your heart and brain, the physical and mental health benefits of kindness have been proven across numerous scientific studies. Here are five ways you can harness… Read full article

  • Erectile Dysfunction: What Treatment Options Exist?

    Discussing your sex life with a physician may seem intimidating or embarrassing. However, it is often one of the best things you can do for both your physical and mental health. If you suffer from a sexual disorder like premature ejaculation or erectile dysfunction (ED) you are not alone. More than half of men over… Read full article

  • 10 Tips for Improving Your Health Literacy

    Can you think about a time when you: Were diagnosed with a health condition and needed to find a specialist or decide on a treatment plan? Received instructions for taking prescription medicine or performing at-home care procedures? Were asked questions about your personal health history or needs? Searched for a health topic online? You probably… Read full article

  • Understanding Mastectomy and Breast Reconstruction: Q&A with a Breast Surgeon

    Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women nationwide. The disease affects about 1 in every 8 women. If you — or a loved one — ever faces a breast cancer diagnosis or is at a significant risk for developing breast cancer, you may feel overwhelmed with choices and decisions. One of the most… Read full article

  • ADHD in Children: Steps for Getting Answers and Support

    Have you noticed your child losing focus in conversations or struggling to complete homework? Does it seem like they can’t sit still or let others finish talking? Occasional daydreaming or unruly behavior isn’t uncommon — kids are naturally curious and full of energy. But if what you’re noticing is ongoing and interfering with school performance… Read full article

  • Sexual Health at Every Age: What You Need to Know

    Sexual health is about more than having safe sex. It’s taking care of yourself physically, emotionally, mentally, and socially — at any age and in every relationship. Your sex life is uniquely yours, but there are some issues we all face at some point in our lives. Summit Health physician Jennifer Mitchell, MD, highlights ways… Read full article

  • A Thigh Lift Can Reshape Your Legs

    Do you find yourself window shopping for shorts and skirts but feel self-conscious about baring your legs in public? If you answered yes, you may be interested in a common plastic surgery procedure called a thigh lift. Thigh lift surgery helps reshape and tighten the skin to achieve slimmer, more youthful-looking legs. But what exactly… Read full article

  • Physical Therapy for Chronic Pain: How it Can Help

    Chronic pain is a burden no one should live with. Yet more than 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. have an ailment or injury that causes them to feel pain almost every day. For many, the pain is debilitating enough to interfere with their daily activities or work life. If you or a loved… Read full article

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    Primary Care Providers: The Key to Healthy Aging

    If it’s been a while since you last saw your primary care physician (PCP), there is no time like the present. People who go to the doctor generally regularly live longer and have fewer health problems. You may feel like you only need to check in when illness strikes, but building a relationship with a… Read full article