Love it or hate it, winter’s here — and with the cold comes an increased risk of weather-related injuries. Make sure you’re ready for whatever the winter brings. Take these…
Sheila PerlickJanuary 27, 2020
For years, if you wanted milk on your cereal or in your coffee, cow’s milk was your only option. But take a trip down the supermarket dairy aisle, and you’ll…
Mary Eileen O'ConnorJanuary 10, 2020
If you’ve already given up on your New Year’s resolutions, don’t stress about it — statistically, only eight percent of people achieve their New Year’s goals. Despite our best intentions, changing…
Susan RossmanJanuary 7, 2020
Chris Guerrieri, a graphic designer at Independence Blue Cross, had been a two-pack-a-day smoker for ten years. He felt exhausted, sick, and older than his 33 years. He was tired…
Sarah BishopNovember 13, 2019
How was your summer vacation — great or non-existent? If you said non-existent, there’s a good chance you’re like most Americans and only use about half of your vacation days…
Sheila PerlickAugust 14, 2019
According to a National Council of Youth Sports survey, more than 40 million young athletes ages 6 – 18 participate in organized sports. And while there are countless benefits to…
Sarah BishopAugust 27, 2018
It’s no surprise that for some of us, it’s easier to go to the doctor for a sore throat or an achy back than it is for a suffering spirit.…
Mara HughesAugust 16, 2018
Like many adults, I didn’t take much medication when I was younger. My use was limited to over-the-counter cold remedies and the odd antihistamine or pain reliever. I didn’t have…
Mara HughesAugust 3, 2018
Being diagnosed with a chronic disease is markedly different than being diagnosed with an acute illness. What do I mean by this? An acute illness, such as pneumonia, appendicitis, a…
Dr. Heidi J. SyropoulosAugust 1, 2018
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