Vaping devices, also known as e-cigarettes, vape pens, e-vaporizers, or electronic nicotine delivery systems are becoming familiar terms. Since they first were introduced to the public, they have become wildly popular in many shapes and sizes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2022 more than 2.5 million middle and high school students in the United …

Cool down during hot days by indulging in this easy, one-ingredient dessert. Yes, you read that right. There is only one ingredient in this heart-health “ice cream.” Watch the video below for an easy-to-follow recipe:

You May Not Need Regular Aspirin Unless You’ve Had a Previous Diagnosis of Cardiovascular Disease The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), an independent, volunteer panel of medical experts focused on improving the health of people, shared new guidelines in April 2022 suggesting people without a previous heart attack or stroke or diagnosis of cardiovascular disease should not take low-dose …

Not all hand pain and tingling are carpal tunnel. Most people have heard of carpal tunnel, but another very common condition that causes hand pain, tingling, and numbness is called “cubital tunnel.” Similar to carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel is a compression of a nerve in your arm (a peripheral nerve). There are three main nerves that provide function to the …

It’s hard to walk down the street or even sit in an office without seeing someone with their earbuds listening to their iPhones, iPods, or whatever device they are attached to. For kids today, it’s almost part of their wardrobe. Earbuds can ultimately lead to hearing loss – but they don’t have to. We are born with five senses; these …

If you are in a group more likely to develop shingles and you spotted a rash, what do you do next? Contact your physician right away. He or she will provide antiviral medications that can shorten the duration and intensity of the shingles if taken early. Before you see your doctor: Keep the rash covered. Do not touch or scratch …

If you’re a mom, you know that your heart doubles in size with love after your baby is born. But did you know that breastfeeding your baby can have a positive impact on your cardiovascular health? A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association (JAHA) shows that women who breastfeed can reduce their cardiovascular disease and stroke …

Whether you’re mowing the lawn, sitting by the pool or chasing kids through the sprinklers, it’s easy to lose track of how long you’ve been outside. That is, of course, until you feel that telltale tingling or itchiness that means you’re going to look like a lobster soon. Here are our best tips to avoid – and, if necessary, treat …

Midwives play a unique role in maternity care and delivery. Women around the world experience their invaluable contributions, patient connections and compassionate care. Here at St. Elizabeth Physicians Women’s Health, our certified midwives are integral to our women’s healthcare team. We sat down with St. Elizabeth Physicians patient Zoey Turner to learn about her experience with the midwifery team during …

If you’re preparing to celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, remember that fireworks injure thousands of people each year. The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) stresses that fireworks are not toys but incendiary devices that can cause devastating eye injuries. In the most severe cases, fireworks can rupture the globe of the eye, cause chemical and thermal burns, corneal abrasions …