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It’s a familiar story.You know that staying active is critical to your health and quality of life, but it can be tough to find the time, energy and motivation. The challenge can be even greater as temperatures fall, winter weather arrives and you spend more time indoors. Does this ring a bell?I…

As a parent, you’ll most likely find a diaper rash on your baby’s bottom at least once. While they are rarely serious, they can be stressful for you and painful to your baby. Parents are often surprised at how quickly a diaper rash can show up. One moment your baby’s skin looks as smooth as, we…

The holidays are coming, and you know what that means. There’s usually an abundance of yummy snacks at the office. Gifts from friends and family might include tasty pies, cookies or other treats. Oh, and don’t forget about the parties. So many holiday parties with delicious appetizers, meals and d…

It’s a very common diagnosis with a scary-sounding name: ovarian cysts. Every ovulating woman has them, and most cause no symptoms or problems.Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that are formed quite frequently. Each cyst represents a follicle of a potentially maturing egg that will be released by …

Lung cancer is one of the most common types of cancer. It’s also one of the deadliest, accounting for nearly 25% of all cancer deaths. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 135,000 people will die from lung cancer this year. More people die as a result of lung cancer each year than fr…

A grandfather with heart disease. A parent with high blood pressure. A sibling with diabetes. You probably know the details of your close family members’ medical challenges. Do you know who else needs that information? Your primary care provider. Providers want to know as much as they can about y…

Josh Yao, PT, DPT, MS, ATC, is a physical therapist at Methodist Physicians Clinic.…

Servings: 1 saladIngredients3 cups arugula greens2 cups spring mix1/2 cup shredded napa cabbage1/2 cup canned sliced beets1/2 tsp toasted sunflower seeds1/2 tsp crumbled feta cheese4 oz chicken breast grilled & julienned1 cup of shredded kohlrabi2 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette 2 tsp of fre…

How do you dish out discipline in your household? If spanking is in your arsenal for keeping little ones in line, it’s important to know what the experts have to say about the long-term effects of this kind of punishment.Recommendations on spankingThe American Academy of Pediatrics recently issued a…

You did it. You quit smoking. Congratulations! Kicking the habit is an amazing accomplishment, and it’s probably the most difficult behavioral change your primary care provider will ever recommend. As you celebrate – and you should – remember that as with any addiction, your constant vigilance i…