Healthy Living
The straight story on good posture: Pain prevention as you age
As a registered yoga instructor and an osteopathic physician who focuses on preventive measures, Stacey Pierce-Talsma, DO, has learned that… Read More ›
4 healthy steps to reducing your risk of heart disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S. with about 610,000 people dying… Read More ›
Breathe easier: Resources, support abound for smokers looking to quit
When it comes to quitting smoking, smokers are divided on whether positive or negative health messages help them quit.
A recent Harris… Read More ›
Let the sun shine: The DO approach to addressing vitamin D deficiency
No matter your skin color, you’re probably not getting enough exposure to the sun and its crucial byproduct, vitamin D.
Nearly… Read More ›
Surprising Risk Factors for Sunburn: High Melanin Content is One
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States and the fatality rate for African Americans with melanoma… Read More ›
Winter Survival Tips from an ER Physician (and former Army Ranger)
Severe winter weather is a deadly threat and survival is a matter of strategy, according to Jedidiah Ballard, DO, an… Read More ›
Staying Well During Cold and Flu Season
With coworkers sniffling at the office and passengers coughing during your morning commute, you might think that getting sick during… Read More ›
5 Common Flu Shot Myths, Debunked
The height of flu season is just around the corner, and health professionals are urging patients to take action now… Read More ›
6 Ways You Can Share the Gift of Good Health
Looking for out-of-the-box holiday gift ideas? Why not give the gift of good health this year? We asked three DOs… Read More ›
Lead Poisoning: What Parents Need to Know
Although lead poisoning may occur at any age, it can be particularly damaging for children under age 6. According to… Read More ›