Healthy Living
Risks for college students with diabetes
Going off to college, while stressful for any student, poses risks to those with diabetes, according to a study in… Read More ›
Don’t let eczema spoil summer fun
Summer means fun in the sun. But for many, it also means managing exposed skin affected by eczema, an itchy,… Read More ›
1 in 6 suffer from food poisoning each summer
Like sunburn and bug bites, food poisoning is a common warm-weather malady that can cause painful consequences, including vomiting, diarrhea or even death in rare cases. Understanding the risks can help prevent foodborne illness from showing up at your summer cookout.
Treating chronic pain the osteopathic way
Chronic pain affects millions of Americans each year. Managing chronic pain without the use of opioids and other painkillers is… Read More ›
Earlier osteoporosis screening recommended—especially for men
Osteoporosis is typically associated with older, post-menopausal women. However, new research suggests the disease process begins much earlier and is… Read More ›
Too much screen time? Sit up straight to avoid painful tech neck
A modern affliction known as tech neck has physicians prescribing the selfie position to patients who regularly check their devices.… Read More ›
Diet quiz: Which diet suits you best?
Finding a diet plan that suits your nutrition goals and lifestyle choices can be daunting. If you’re confused about which… Read More ›
Gen X, older millennials are drinking too much
Osteopathic physicians who specialize in addiction medicine find adults in their mid-30s to 40s are drinking too much alcohol, too often.
Regular cannabis use makes some medication less effective
Patients who regularly use cannabis can require more than two times the usual level of sedation when undergoing medical procedures, according to a JAOA study.
The Mediterranean diet: 5 fast facts
Eating legumes, nuts, fish and olive oil in place of simple carbohydrates and saturated fats will boost energy, shed weight and ultimately prevent heart disease, says cardiologist Jay Mohan, DO.