The Brain Injury Association of America dedicates March to spreading awareness. During the campaign, it draws attention to the seriousness of traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs. It touches on the needs of victims and their families following incidences of brain...
Eating healthy isn’t just about selecting the right foods; it’s about eating the right amount. Figuring out the right amount to eat can be difficult if you don’t understand the difference between portion size and serving size. The terms seem interchangeable, but they...
Eating is a challenge for some of us. It can be difficult figuring out what to eat and how much to eat. If you’re finding this to be the case in your journey to a healthier lifestyle, working with a registered dietitian (RD) or registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN)...
Although February is designated American Heart Month for everyone, oftentimes discussions of heart issues and tips pertain mostly to men. To highlight the differences between heart health for men and women, Healthy Me PA spoke to Dr. Maribel Hernández, director of the...
October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and it's important that you start proper hygiene at an early age for your children. Healthy Me PA wanted to hear more about children’s dental health from a professional. We sat down with Janice Schan, registered dental...
Don’t be afraid to get a second opinion—especially if your doctor shares troubling news about your health or you want to make sure you understand your diagnosis and treatment. As this chief of medical ethics for New York-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine notes...
It can be difficult to notice signs and symptoms of an eating disorder, all of which involve abnormal eating behaviors. In a nation obsessed with body image, you could mistakenly think that a family member’s intense dieting and exercise are following a healthy path....
February is filled with conversations of the heart. On February 14, we celebrate the tradition of giving valentine's hearts to friends and loved ones. But February 14 is also National Donor Day, when we observe the importance of organ donation to the thousands of...
This month, when we think of hearts we usually think of Valentine’s Day. But in 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson proclaimed February American Heart Month. His proclamation was backed by Congress so that February is annually designated American Heart Month. President...
Did you know that being in a happy, loving relationship may have an impact on your health? These five examples show how a loving relationship can provide a boost to your health. Faster healing Engaging in positive conversation and receiving encouragement from your...