When an injury, illness, or medical procedure disrupts daily life, rehabilitation becomes one of the most important steps toward recovery. Yet many people are unsure which type of therapy they need or what each one actually does. Physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy each ...
More and more kids today are being diagnosed with “adult” diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure. But can kids get kidney stones? While more common in adults, yes, kids can get kidney stones — and increasingly are, especially adolescents and teens. Recognizing the signs ...
DANVILLE — Geisinger announced it will begin offering an FDA-approved self-collected swab sampling option for cervical cancer screening that does not require a pelvic examination. This initiative expands access for patients who are overdue for their human papillomavirus (HPV) screening, a disease that is highly preventable when screening is completed as recommended. “Most people come into contact with HPV at some point in their lives, often as teens or young adults,” said Julie Hirschhorn, Ph.D., system director of microbiology for Geisinger. “HPV can only be detected ...
You’ve learned since childhood that choosing foods like fresh vegetables and whole grains is part of a healthy lifestyle. But knowing which foods to avoid can be just as important as filling your plate with vibrant veggies and lean proteins. In fact, steering clear of some foods can help ...
When it comes to heart health, hormones play a significant role, especially for women. Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death for women, yet the impact of perimenopause and menopause on heart health is often misunderstood or overlooked. These life stages bring hormonal changes that can affect cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and overall cardiovascular risk. The Role of Estrogen in Heart Health Estrogen has a protective effect on the cardiovascular system. Before menopause, it helps keep blood vessels flexible, supports healthy cholesterol levels, and assists ...
Last year, President Donald Trump told pregnant women not to take Tylenol as he promoted unproven ties between the fever reducer and autism and touted an old generic drug as a treatment for the developmental condition. For nearly three months after that, new research found, Tylenol orders for pregnant women showing up in emergency rooms dropped and prescriptions of the generic drug for children rose. This happened despite sharp criticism of the president’s message from doctor groups saying that the drug, leucovorin, shouldn’t be broadly used for autism and Tylenol is safe during ...
