Depression is more than just feeling sad or down. Depressive disorder is a real mental health condition that can happen to anyone. Without treatment, symptoms can increase.
Category: Healthy Living
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When a Headache Isn’t Just a Headache
Tension headaches and migraine headaches are common and often subside without medical treatment. Some headaches, though rare, may require a trip to the ER.
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12 Essentials For Your Winter Car Emergency Kit
Whether you're in the ditch or your car stalls on the side of the road during winter, here are items you should have in your vehicle AT ALL TIMES during winter months.
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Promises, Promises! Avoiding Weight-Loss Fads
Weight loss plans and healthy diets are best when they are paired with exercise and a long-term plan. Glacial Ridge Health System provides heartfelt care for healthcare goals.
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Teen Drug and Alcohol Use Impacts Brain Development: How You Can Help
Substance use changes the brain and affects people’s behaviors and actions. What are the signs of your child or teenager is using nicotine, alcohol or other drugs? And how can you help?
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Head Off the Winter Doldrums!
Symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can be improved when you take action, the earlier in the season the better. Begin your winter mental health plan now by using a few of these tools.
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GERD: When Simple Heartburn Becomes Chronic Acid Reflux
If simple heartburn has become chronic acid reflux, talk to the doctors at Glacial Ridge Health System to see if GERD surgery is right for you.
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Overcoming Opioid Dependence
Tapering is the preferred method for quitting opioid dependence and can lower your risks and side effects. Medical professionals work with you to create a plan based on your specific needs.
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COPD: You can breathe better and easier with Pulmonary Rehab!
Chronic lung disease and shortness of breath are treatable with Pulmonary Rehab at Glacial Ridge. Patients can do more and improve their quality of life.
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Tips for Happier Holidays When People Have Dementia
Dementia and Alzheimer's disease may change the way the holidays look for families. Keep these tips in mind to help make your celebrations with loved ones as enjoyable as possible.
