Women’s Health Update

Is That Headache a Migraine? Migraine is a medical condition affecting more than 29 million Americans.  It can occur in both men and women but is more common in women.  A migraine headache is usually an intense, throbbing pain on one side, or sometimes both sides, of...

Caregiver Stress?

Talk with Your Doctor Caregiver stress is caused by the emotional and physical strain of caregiving.  Caregivers report much higher levels of stress than people who are not caregivers.  Many caregivers are providing help or are “on call” almost all day.  Sometimes,...

Fireworks Safety

Have Fun and Protect Your Family on July 4 Who can picture July 4 in American without fireworks?  They’re part of the celebration, of course.  But fireworks can be dangerous, causing serious burns and eye injuries.  It’s always best to attend a community celebration...

Diabetes Update

What Is the “Dawn Phenomenon”? All people have the “dawn phenomenon” whether they have diabetes or not.  The dawn phenomenon is a surge of hormones that the body produces daily between about 2:00 and 8:00 a.m.  People with diabetes don’t have normal insulin responses...

Rx Gourmet

Heart Healthy, Diabetes Friendly – and Delicious! June’s warmer weather means cookouts with family and friends. To complement those delicious entrees on the grill, bring something healthy that will not spoil in the heat and that everyone can enjoy. Our Black Bean and...