Research


Pancreatic Cancer Update

Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dangerous forms of cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. The disease has claimed the lives of a...

November 25, 2013 / 2 min read


Healthy Twist on Thanksgiving Favorites

It’s that dreaded belly-busting time of year again, Thanksgiving.  Most people can tell you their favorite Thanksgiving dish, and often struggle to narrow down the...

November 25, 2013 / 3 min read


Rocking the Nursery: Infections and Newborns

From the delivery room to the nursery, parents of newborns are typically vigilant about cleanliness and safety. That caution is wise, especially during flu season,...

November 22, 2013 / 3 min read


Try Quinoa, Black Beans, Corn and Zucchini...

In keeping with my quest to find fresh new ideas incorporating whole grains and giving a “twist” to the classics, I created this recipe using...

November 21, 2013 / 2 min read


Are eCigarettes a Safer Smoking Alternative?

Driving through town or walking in a strip mall, you can’t go far without bumping into a storefront full of pen-sized contraptions and colorful bottles...

November 21, 2013 / 2 min read


Exercise to Lose Stress

Forty-three percent of all adults suffer adverse health effects from stress, while the vast majority of doctor's office visits are tied to ailments or complaints...

November 20, 2013 / 2 min read


Smoke-out Lung Cancer

This month is Lung Cancer Awareness month and there is much talk about lung cancer and quitting smoking.  Smoking is dangerous. It not only affects...

November 18, 2013 / 2 min read


Metabolic Syndrome: Are You at Risk?

The key element of metabolic syndrome is insulin resistance, a condition that can be present before metabolic syndrome is diagnosed. Insulin resistance means that your...

November 12, 2013 / 3 min read


Break Free! Leave Restroom Stops Behind

Turn on any network news show on any given morning or early evening and you’re sure to see a commercial for a bladder-control product or...

November 11, 2013 / 3 min read


The ABCs of Diabetes

My daughter Yael, 15, is a fierce competitor. Soccer, cross country, basketball or flag football –  doesn’t matter, my girl’s got game! It’s no wonder...

November 8, 2013 / 3 min read