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Can what you eat (or don’t eat) trigger migraines?

Many environmental factors can trigger migraines – including what you eat and drink. It’s believed that some foods may trigger the brain to release certain chemicals, such as serotonin, which causes blood vessels to narrow and can lead to a throbbing migraine. But everyone who has migraines is different, and what may trigger a migraine attack in one person may not have the same effect in another. Pinpointing specific foods that trigger migraines and tailoring your diet may help decrease your headache frequency. Food triggers can vary from person to person, and some people may ...

What the heck is tech neck

Smartphones, tablets and computers, oh my! Our world today surrounds the use of these gadgets. While our technology is advanced, our bodies have not evolved to accommodate the use of these devices, leaving us with aches and pains. These modern-day ailments are known as “tech neck” and are ...

When to worry about forgetfulness

The phenomenon of forgetfulness happens to everyone — misplacing keys, missing appointments, and even not recalling why you walked into a certain room at home — especially as we age. While instances like this are usually harmless, frequent confusion or memory loss are early indications for ...

Share your strength: Give blood or platelets with the Red Cross

The American Red Cross asks donors to help defend the blood supply by giving blood or platelets now to combat a monstrous fact: only 3 out of 100 people donate blood. In recent weeks, the Red Cross has seen an encouraging increase in the blood supply, but blood and platelet donation appointments remain vital this month. People of all blood types — especially those with type O blood — are critical to ensuring hospital shelves can be replenished as soon as possible. To book a time to give, visit RedCrossBlood.org, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or call 1-800-RED CROSS. ...

Geisinger hospitals recognized for maternal healthcare

DANVILLE — Five Geisinger hospitals were recipients of the Pennsylvania Perinatal Quality Collaborative (PA PQC) inaugural Designations Awards. The awards, presented May 22 at a ceremony in Harrisburg, recognize hospitals for establishing multidisciplinary teams that have demonstrated improvements in maternal and newborn care by sharing best practices in their hospital and community. Hospitals could earn a designation for each 2023-24 PA PQC initiative in which they actively participated, including: the availaibility of immediate postpartum long-acting reversible contraception ...

Increase your water intake with these 10 healthy foods

Staying hydrated is vital for good health, and eating foods with high water content boosts your water intake. Wondering how much you need? There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but these foods can help maintain hydration while also improving your diet. Here are some top water-rich foods ...