Health

Getting your annual flu shot is one of the best ways to safeguard your health.

As the seasons change and the days get shorter, it’s common to start worrying about colds, the flu, and COVID-19.

When you think of respiratory illnesses, influenza (the flu) and COVID-19 probably come to mind. But there’s another virus that you should know about: respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV.

If you’ve already gotten your flu and COVID-19 vaccines, you’re well on your way to staying healthy this winter.

Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is one of those upper respiratory viruses that can turn winter into a season of coughing and sneezing. RSV typically emerges in the fall and peaks in winter.

COVID-19 isn’t going away. After a summer surge, we’re now heading into the fall and winter season, when respiratory viruses tend to circulate widely in our communities. 

Getting stuck with a needle is never fun. But immunizations, and the injections that come with them, are important tools for keeping us healthy.

Back surgery can be a significant step toward relieving chronic pain and improving your mobility.

Hip surgery, whether it’s a total hip replacement or a minimally invasive procedure, can be life-changing for those suffering from chronic pain and mobility issues.

Knee surgery is a common procedure, often necessary for those suffering from chronic pain or reduced mobility due to injuries, arthritis, or wear and tear.

Your doctor has recommended shoulder surgery. Now what?

You might feel fine, but high cholesterol numbers are a reason to take pause.