We know excessive drinking can cause health issues. However, many of us may be shocked to learn new information makes a strong link between alcohol and certain cancers. Also, the…
Every now and then you read something that truly resonates with you. Whether it is a poem, a magazine article or a selfhelp book, the words find a way to…
Pumpkin season is in full force. Most people are looking forward to that traditional Thanksgiving pumpkin pie, but why wait? Pumpkin has so many health benefits that you may want…
Do you want to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)? Then breastfeed at least two months. A study by the University of Virginia School of Medicine found…
Haunted houses, spooky spirits and frightful festivities are all part of Halloween fun. If you are thrilled by the adrenaline rush that comes with being scared, you may want to…
According to the National Parkinson Foundation, approximately 60,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease each year. The incurable movement disorder that progresses over time can be difficult…
If you’re expecting your first baby, no doubt you are overwhelmed with all the decisions to be made. What do I want the day of my child’s birth to be…
If a rose by any other name is still a rose, does the same go for what qualifies as fiber in the food you eat? That’s up for some debate….
The American College of Cardiology has again recognized Norton Audubon Hospital and Norton Hospital for their demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with atrial fibrillation (A-fib). Both facilities within…
I am a breast oncologist — and I am a woman at high risk for breast cancer. My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 41 and is a…
“A gadget guy” is how Kent Morris, M.D., describes himself, but that doesn’t mean he keeps his eyes glued to his phone all day. As an electrophysiologist, he relies on advanced…
When someone nearby is having a seizure, here’s how to offer first aid and when to call 911. Stay calm and be reassuring. Move the person to a safe place…