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When managing your health and that of your family, convenience and comprehensive care are essential. That’s what you will find at the Family Practice Center. We understand the challenges of juggling multiple appointments and coordinating care for each family member. The Family Practice Center team works to simplify this process by serving as the primary provider for you and your family’s healthcare. This approach means whether your child needs a vaccination, your teenager requires an annual sports physical, or you need assistance managing a chronic condition, you can count on us to address all your needs in one place. Whole…

Perimenopause vs. menopause — what is the difference? It’s easy to confuse the two conditions because the same thing causes them — your body’s decreased production of estrogen and progesterone due to the depletion of eggs in the ovaries — and many of the symptoms are identical. Symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats are commonly reported. What is the difference between perimenopause and menopause? During perimenopause, also known as transitional menopause, your body’s levels of estrogen and progesterone begin to fluctuate. You still have a menstrual cycle up until the last year of perimenopause, but your periods may…

Thanksgiving is a time for family gatherings, feasts and traditions. For many weekend warriors, it’s also time for a friendly game of touch football after your Thanksgiving meal. As the excitement builds for the coming festivities, Aloiya Kremer, MD, St. Elizabeth Sports Medicine physician, offers tips to help you prioritize your health and wellness to prevent injuries. 5 Tips for a Safe Thanksgiving Touch Football Game Comprehensive Sports Medicine Care at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Whether you’re gearing up for the family and friends holiday Turkey Bowl, a weekend hike or a round of golf, we understand your active lifestyle can…

Healthy Apple Crisp Recipe photo by Taste of Home To see the full recipe, click the link below.

For years, we were told that cholesterol is bad. It spurred a whole industry of low-cholesterol foods. As it turns out, not all cholesterol is bad. Kevin Miller, MD, a Cardiologist at the Florence Wormald Heart and Vascular Institute at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, provides a deep dive into what you need to know about cholesterol. What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance that’s found in all cells of the body. It helps build cells, among its many functions. It’s carried through the bloodstream by proteins called lipoproteins. This is where the division between “good cholesterol” and the bad starts…

For the fastest journey ever to the paradise island of Capri, look no further than Susan Olayinka’s recipe for fresh tomato and mozzarella salad. Click the link for the full recipe. https://www.tastingtable.com/654626/fresh-tomato-and-mozzarella-salad-recipe/

St. Elizabeth Healthcare has recently been recognized by the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program as a Gold Safe Sleep Hospital for its commitment to best practices and education on infant safe sleep. This certification is awarded by Cribs for KidsÒ, a national organization committed to baby sleep safety. We sat down with Stefanie Clarke, Educator in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), to learn more about this designation and why it matters for local families considering St. Elizabeth for birthing care. Earning the Safe Sleep Designation Achieving this designation was not an overnight process – it took Stefanie and…

April 1 is usually a day filled with good-natured fun. But for Alicia and Nick Eads, that day in 2010 took a more serious turn. Alicia was 20 weeks pregnant with twins, and she started having painful pre-term contractions. The couple, who had already lost two pregnancies, rushed to the Labor and Delivery Triage at St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital. To be cautious, physicians immediately told Alicia to stay off her feet and reduce her stress. “The doctors put me on bedrest and started me on medicine to stop me from having contractions,” says the now 42-year-old mother of three. “They…

Loaded and refreshing Italian Pasta Salad! Made with tender pasta, smoked salami, fresh veggies and herbs, two types of cheese, and a tangy homemade Italian dressing.

Finding your purpose can feel exhilarating, overwhelming or a little bit of both. We all crave a meaningful life that has a sense of purpose and worth. However, many people feel stuck in their day-to-day lives and struggle to discover their life purpose. No matter what stage of life or situation you’re in, there are three steps you can take to find your life purpose and the benefits of finding it. Step 1. Recognizing How a Sense of Purpose Can Benefit Your Health It may not be surprising to learn that people who feel they are living a meaningful life…