When you think of wanting to lose weight, you probably think about fruits and veggies, and hitting the gym, not so much your smart phone. Thanks to today’s technology smart phones are helping pave the way to easier weight loss! With thousands of different apps available, many free, smart phones are helping make it easier [...]
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National Colon Cancer Awareness Month
Post from our friends at the American Cancer Society March is National Colon Cancer Awareness Month. The American Cancer Society is emphasizing the importance of age-appropriate colorectal cancer screening. An estimated 50,310 deaths from colorectal cancer is expected to occur in 2014, accounting for 9 percent of all cancer deaths. The Society is also recommending [...]
Today is National Kick Butts Day!
Post by Stacey Chappell March 19 marks the 19th annual Kick Butts Day! What exactly is Kick Butts Day? This day was marked by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids to encourage youth to take a stand against ‘Big Tobacco’. Youth and adults nationwide are encouraged to contribute to this cause by raising awareness of tobacco [...]
Get Movin’ for Mental Health!
Post by Laura Jay-Ballinger Would you like to reduce stress? Would you like to sleep better at night and feel more energized during the day? Wouldn’t it be nice to feel less tired and more mentally alert? There is a remarkably simple solution to make these things happen: exercise! Physical activity is a great way to [...]
Celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month
Post by Dr. Ebony Jordan Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Tooth decay (cavities) is the single most common chronic childhood disease according to the U.S. Surgeon General. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) encourages parents and caregivers [...]
Blue Monday
Wintertime can be difficult for many people. Especially in Indiana, it is a season of cold, dreary, short days. When immediately moving to Florida isn’t an option, what can we do to shake the winter blues? First, it’s important to recognize what you’re experiencing. As always, self-awareness is key. Being self-aware means being intentional about [...]
The Well-Woman Exam and Why It’s Important!
It’s not uncommon to hear women complain about their annual well-woman exam and wonder why it’s so important. Check out the post below from Certified Nurse Midwife, Carrie Bonsack! Carrie explains the importance of this annual exam and why you should be going each year! Why is this important? The annual exam is an opportunity [...]
Tricks and Treats & Calories Galore!
Happy Halloween! Halloween unofficially marks the beginning of the holiday season. And for anyone trying to watch his or her weight, the scariest part of Halloween is not ghosts and goblins but the Halloween candy. Sugar and mostly empty calories is what you get in Halloween treats! Before you reach into that candy bowl, check [...]
Get To Know: Dr. Cantrell
Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself. A: Born and raised in Indianapolis on the East Side near the State Fair Grounds. I have a wife of 12 years, 5 children, 8 brothers and sisters and an amazing immediate/extended family. I love my faith, my family and my friends. Then, I love being a [...]
The Common Cold vs. the Flu
Flu season is quickly approaching and symptoms are sure to arise. The cold and flu can be really similar, so how can you tell what you really have? Check out the top differences between the cold and the flu below. One of the best ways to prevent the cold is by frequent hand-washing. An estimated [...]
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