It’s not news that dogs bring positivity into their owners' lives. From companionship to comfort, dogs have fairly earned their title as “man’s best friend.” Physically, owning a dog is associated with decreased risk of cardiovascular disease. Harvard Medical School...
What is heartburn? Heartburn occurs when stomach acids creep into your esophagus, which causes a burning sensation in your chest and a sour or bitter taste in your mouth, according to the Family Doctor. Because it directly affects the functionality of the esophagus,...
The food we eat provides us with essential vitamins and nutrients that allow us to stay healthy, but sometimes unhealthy eating habits cause us to miss important nutrients. For example, you can become vitamin C or B-12 deficient without an adequate amount of these...
Every year, The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) recognizes hospitals and health systems that have exemplified outstanding innovation, creativity, and commitment to patient care with its Achievement Awards Program. This year, the winner of...
As we begin preparing our goals for the new year, looking back at the top trends can be fun and educational. When it comes to movies, music, and television, we see award ceremonies highlighting the best of the best year after year. Although we have no idea what there...
Psoriasis—the immune-mediated disease that causes raised, red, scaly patches to appear on the skin—typically affects the outside of the elbows, knees, or scalp and is associated with other serious health conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, and depression,...
Inflammation results from the body’s attempt to repair itself after injury—so it’s a natural and necessary part of healing. This quick (also called acute) response typically includes increased heat, swelling, and pain at the site of the injury and is short lived....
Two important health concerns, cervical cancer and glaucoma, are recognized every January. Cervical Health Awareness Month spreads the word about cervical cancer, human papillomavirus (HPV), and the importance of early detection. Glaucoma Awareness Month informs...
Every year nearly 13,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer, but the disease is almost always preventable with regular screening and vaccination, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Most cervical cancer is...
As you age, your body tends to wear down; the immune system weakens, metabolism decreases, and bones become brittle. Age-related muscle loss, or sarcopenia, comes naturally when your body ages. According to Harvard Health Publishing, “after age 30, you begin to lose...