It is common to think, “It won’t happen to me!” You may be right, but sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) may happen to someone next to you. What is it and what do you do?
Category: Healthy Living
Swallowing Disorders and How Speech Therapy Can Help
Dysphagia is a swallowing disorder affecting many adults. Fortunately, there is a treatment to improve swallow functioning, enhancing safety and quality of life.
Summer Survival Guide – Back to Basics
We're all looking forward to summer, but before you head into the great outdoors, remember prevention and first aid for heat illnesses, sunburn, lake itch and ticks.
Help for the Sandwich Generation: Therapy Services at Glacial Ridge
Are there days when you feel like your family responsibilities are pressing in from both sides, and you’re stuck in the middle like a panini? Learn how we can help.
New DEXA Scan Technology Better Measures Bone Loss at GRHS
The Auxiliary helped fund the new DEXA Scan bone density scanner that was recently installed. It has advanced technology to identify osteoporosis earlier.
High cholesterol? A few lifestyle choices can help.
Having high cholesterol can cause serious health issues. Family Medicine doctors at Glacial Ridge can help you lower your cholesterol and risks.
The “Silent Disease”—Preventing and Treating Osteoporosis
Because osteoporosis doesn't produce symptoms as bone loss occurs or vertebrae collapse, regular tests for bone density (DEXA scan) can identify it early!
5 Side Effects of Kindness
Kindness positively affects the physical health and well-being of individuals who give and receive it. Plus, kindness increases happiness, and it’s contagious.
Together Our Hearts Beat Stronger: Cardiac Rehab
Patients are supported by a cardiac rehab team while regaining strength, reducing future risk of heart problems, and improving their overall quality of life.
Three Things to Know About Managing Chronic Disease
Living with a chronic condition can be managed well with the help and support of your primary care doctor and healthcare team.