Holland Hospital News and Stories

Let’s talk about cold-related injuries—including frostbite, hypothermia and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning—and how to be prepared for those bitter cold days ahead.

Millions of children struggle with a chronic condition called attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In fact, it is estimated that approximately 4%-12% of children have ADHD. School requires students to sit still for long periods of time, concentrate and listen – all of which are more difficult for children with ADHD. Thankfully, as a parent, you can help your child navigate these challenges by working with teachers and implementing effective strategies to help your child learn.

Building an exercise habit often starts with this question: when is the best time for me to work in a workout? Only about 22% of Americans are meeting the recommended exercise guidelines of 30 minutes a day. While many of us know how important movement is for our overall health and well-being, it’s not always clear how to start building a workout routine. This leads many to wonder - is there a best time of day to exercise?

Few patients know that they have a choice of which specialists to see for their care. In many cases, you can see a specialist who is located closer to you and will see you sooner. And now it takes just one call to Holland Hospital’s specialty care referral number at (616) 215-0030 get you connected to a specialist that is right for you.

It’s estimated that between 5 and 6 million women in the United States have a hormone disorder called polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is the most common endocrine condition for women of childbearing age, and it is the most common cause of infertility. But despite how prevalent this condition is, many people are not aware of it. In fact, many women don’t even know they have it.

Sports are a great way to stay healthy, be a part of a team and have fun. But with any sport, there’s always a risk of injury. One of the most serious injuries that can happen during sports is a head injury.