Michigan winters are beautiful, but can also pose danger—especially for older individuals or those at higher risk for cardiovascular disease. The combination of colder temperatures and physical exertion can place an increased workload on the heart.
Nobody looks forward to discussing sexual health concerns with their doctor, and no woman is eager to share being dry “down there” or having painful intercourse. That said, if you’re one of the millions of women experiencing vaginal dryness, take comfort in a couple of facts:
1. You’re far from alone. (About 17 percent of women between 18 and 50 have problems with vaginal dryness during sex. And approximately one out of three women struggles with vaginal dryness during menopause.)
The family gatherings and holiday shopping may be behind us, but the busyness of life, work and family continues. Let's take a moment to remember the importance of giving ourselves the TLC we deserve by exploring ways of reducing stress and fostering a happy heart.
Practicing gratitude is a great way to lower stress, and protect our hearts and minds. Having an attitude of gratitude offers many benefits. In fact, Robert Emmons, a well-known gratitude researcher, has compiled a list of seven habits of grateful people.
Practicing gratitude is a great way to lower stress, and protect our hearts and minds. Having an attitude of gratitude offers many benefits. In fact, Robert Emmons, a well-known gratitude researcher, has compiled a list of seven habits of grateful people.
Accumulating snow may be ideal for snowboarders and skiers, but when it comes to keeping driveways clear of the heavy white stuff, certain people should take heart. Shoveling snow can be hazardous to your heart health.
The American Heart Association says most individuals who head out to shovel snow will be fine, but for others, the combination of colder temperatures and physical exertion can place an increased workload on the heart, boosting the risk of having a heart attack.
Is someone you love putting exercise at the top of their 2018 resolutions? Does a family member, partner or friend have a specific fitness goal, or just hoping to leave the couch behind? Fitness trackers could make the perfect gift;
When used with consistency, today’s trackers can make a positive difference in your fitness routine by providing an extra punch of motivation and accountability. The right one for you (or the people on your holiday shopping list) will be based on personal needs.
When used with consistency, today’s trackers can make a positive difference in your fitness routine by providing an extra punch of motivation and accountability. The right one for you (or the people on your holiday shopping list) will be based on personal needs.
Some of the best memories I have as a student athlete are team dinners the night before big basketball games or track meets. As a former sprinter, I would relish the opportunity to load up on spaghetti and breadsticks. Loading up on the right amount of carbs and protein can give athletes an advantage on the field.
Fast forward to my life now as a dietitian with a passion for working with current student athletes, and I realize the silliness of my carb loading, especially given the fact I sprinted for maybe 90 seconds at the average meet.
Fast forward to my life now as a dietitian with a passion for working with current student athletes, and I realize the silliness of my carb loading, especially given the fact I sprinted for maybe 90 seconds at the average meet.
If you have diabetes, you’re far from alone. In fact, one in 11 people in the United States has this chronic disease. Despite the statistics, there’s a lot you can do to better manage your diabetes. It's all about diabetes education.
While living with diabetes is far from easy for anyone, education is an important and valuable first step. From checking blood sugar to counting carbs to watching for signs of potential complications, this disease demands diligence. That’s why diabetes self-management education can be such a powerful tool.
Headaches are one of the most common reasons patients go to see their physician or seek help at an urgent care or emergency department. There are numerous causes for headaches, too many to cover in a short blog. Our focus here is to learn how to recognize when a severe headache might indicate something more serious—something that deserves or requires prompt attention.
Identifying characteristics that we refer to as “Red Flags” can help distinguish routine headaches from more serious ones, such as:
Preserving the health and safety of our patients is a constant priority, and that’s why we’re introducing yet another cleaning advancement to Holland Hospital’s hygiene protocol.
Technically known as Tru-D (short for total room ultraviolet disinfection), we like to call this latest advancement “wonder woman.” Here’s what makes Tru-D wondrous:
What is Tru-D?
Technically known as Tru-D (short for total room ultraviolet disinfection), we like to call this latest advancement “wonder woman.” Here’s what makes Tru-D wondrous:
What is Tru-D?
When I started working at Holland Hospital thirty-some years ago, I never thought much about retirement. Today I sit in my office just after turning 61, and the end of my career will actually be in my rearview sooner rather than later.
Somehow it all happened in the blink of an eye. While the thought of my retirement is exciting, it doesn’t come without worry, and yes, even some fear mixed with sadness. After all, this is entirely new territory. A brand new chapter.