March is National Athletic Training Month, a time to recognize the vital role athletic trainers play in keeping athletes healthy, safe and performing at their best. At Goshen Orthopedics, our athletic trainers are more than just healthcare professionals—they are dedicated advocates, educators and partners in the journey of recovery and prevention.
When every breath feels like a challenge, it can take a toll on your energy, confidence, and overall well-being. That’s where Goshen Heart & Vascular Center’s Pulmonary Rehabilitation program steps in, offering a lifeline to those with chronic lung conditions.
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S., yet prevention and treatment for women are still less aggressive than for men. At Goshen Physicians OB/GYN, we aim to change this by emphasizing the importance of heart health in women's healthcare.
February is Heart Health Month, a time to focus on the importance of cardiovascular health and make choices that support a strong and healthy heart. Eating heart-healthy doesn't have to be boring or difficult. With these vibrant and delicious meals, you can celebrate Heart Health Month in style. Let's dive into five fun and easy heart-healthy meals that are perfect for you and your family!
Winter can be a challenging season for joint health, with cold temperatures and icy conditions increasing the risk of discomfort and injury. However, with some simple precautions and healthy habits, you can keep your joints in top shape and stay safe throughout the colder months.
The annual physical exam – a yearly routine that’s sort of like your body’s report card. These exams are an opportunity to meet with your primary care provider to review your overall health. It is one of the most important ways of prioritizing your preventive health.
Angie Kulczar started smoking when she was in college. “I don’t know why I decided to try it,” she said. “I thought I was strong enough to not let myself get addicted to smoking; but I had no idea how powerful nicotine is. I became addicted pretty fast and was a smoker for over 30 years.”
Wide awake in the middle of the night, worrying about a relationship, problems at work or a recent loss? If negative thoughts emerge when you’re trying to sleep, choosing to think positively can make a difference.
At your next primary care visit, you may want to ask about a checkup on your liver health. That’s because more and more people are developing a condition called metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD).
There are food intolerance and food allergy; they’re not the same. A food allergy can cause digestive problems, hives, swollen airways – or even anaphylaxis, a life-threatening reaction. Allergic reactions begin in the immune system. Food intolerance can cause bothersome, but less serious reactions and isn’t life-threatening.
Some studies have shown that eating the recommended amounts of fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole grains can lead to better sleep and less insomnia. Still, because of the complexity of factors that affect sleep – including age, exercise, stress, sleep habits – it may be easier to list the foods that contribute to poor sleep than to identify food items to improve sleep.
Cucumbers, tomatoes, and peppers aren’t the only things growing this summer. Stronger family bonds and healthy habits are also in bloom thanks to a grant that helped the establishment of 17 Goshen Health community gardens.