Cancer remains one of the most pressing health challenges in the United States, with an estimated 2,041,910 new cancer diagnoses in 2025. Even with significant advancements in treatment and care, the fight against cancer continues to demand innovation, collaboration and unwavering dedication from our healthcare professionals. The American Cancer Society (ACS) reports 1 in 2 men and 1 in 3 women will …

Someday, Veronica Williams and her husband Sean will have quite the story to tell their daughter Brooklynn about her birthday. That day, when Brooklynn entered the world, her mom came close to leaving it. It was March 9, 2022, weeks ahead of Brooklynn’s due date. For days, Veronica’s smartwatch had alerted her to an abnormally high heart rate. When she …

If you have asthma, you know you face unique challenges in winter. The good news is you can take steps to protect yourself and avoid triggers that worsen your symptoms. What Is Cold-Induced Asthma? Winter air can be cold and dry. These weather conditions can cause swelling and extra mucus in the airways. For people who don’t have asthma, that’s …

Depression, anxiety and other mental health concerns have a way of making us feel alone. But what if you already knew a provider who could help you heal? Someone with training to evaluate your current mental health needs and start a plan of care catered to you? Turns out, you probably already do: It’s your primary care provider. Your Primary …

When it comes to high blood pressure, ignorance isn’t bliss. In fact, not knowing could kill you. That’s because high blood pressure (hypertension) has few noticeable symptoms. Left untreated, it can damage your kidneys, heart and other organs before you even realize you have it. The good news is by understanding your risk of high blood pressure and taking steps …

You do a lot. Maybe you’re the one your friends call for advice. Maybe you’re helping a parent. Or showing up for your children, coworkers, neighbors and community — always making space for others. But when was the last time you made space for yourself? This Mother’s Day, we invite every woman — whether you’re a mom, daughter, aunt or friend …

Bathing your newborn can seem daunting at first, if not downright scary. Newborns are tiny, and the idea of stripping them out of their warm onesies and swaddle blankets and subjecting them to a wet – and potentially slippery – bath might alarm you. Take a deep breath, arm yourself with these tips from Dr. Frederick Stine, DO, a Pediatrician …

Getting enough quality sleep each night is good for your whole body – including making sure your heart stays healthy. Experts recommend that adults of all ages get an average of seven to nine hours of restful sleep each night to help keep their bodies (and heart) in tip-top condition. Dr. Anusha Shanbhag, MD, a Cardiologist at the Florence Wormald …

Maximizing Nutrition Without Breaking the Bank If you want to improve your eating habits by incorporating more fruits, vegetables and lean protein, you may be worried that doing so will be too expensive. While whole foods can sometimes cost more than packaged foods, there are ways to make eating healthy cost-effective. Plus, it’s always worthwhile to eat better for your …

Stuffy nose? Check. Nasty cough? Check. Fever? Check. Doctor appointment? Hmm. Should I? Cold and flu symptoms make you feel terrible. Home remedies (and a lot of sleep) can often get you through the worst of it. But sometimes you have to wonder — “Do I need professional care?” Deciding what to do and where to go can be a …