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Health Tips to Keep Golfers in the Swing of Things
Golf is a great way to stay healthy. Played outside with friends and plenty of walking, core work and strategizing, golf helps keep people physically, mentally and socially active. To stay in the swing of things, Hoag’s Sports Medicine specialists advise golfers to take care of their bodies on and off the green. “In many … Read More
Colon Cancer on the Rise in Younger Adults: Hoag Can Help
Once thought of as an “aging” disease, colon cancer cases have been steadily on the rise in younger people. It is now the third-leading cause of cancer deaths among adults under 50, an alarming fact that makes it more important than ever to understand your individual cancer risks, pay attention to lifestyle factors that might … Read More
Eating for Two: Nutrition Tips When Trying to Conceive
During pregnancy, women are typically advised to avoid alcohol, unpasteurized cheese, and less than 200mg of caffeine per day. What women might not know is that eating well is just as important pre-pregnancy as it is during pregnancy. “While there is no one-size-fits-all ‘fertility diet,’ diets high in folate, Vitamin B12 and Omega-3 fatty acids help … Read More
Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: How Women Can Prioritize Their Health
If the term “self-care” conjures up images of white fluffy robes and luxurious spas, you might be surprised to learn that your colonoscopy is also a form of self-care. So is showing up for your annual mammogram, Pap smear and yearly physical exam. And that exercise class that helps keep your weight in check, that’s … Read More
A Journey of Curiosity and Compassion: An Interview with Dr. Neal Hermanowicz
Hoag is excited to welcome Dr. Neal Hermanowicz, the newest Neurologist on our Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Program team at Hoag’s Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute. Dr. Neal Hermanowicz’s journey to becoming a neurologist was shaped by a clear, early decision to pursue medicine. With extensive training and a focus on movement disorders, he has dedicated … Read More
Tips from a sleep expert: How to fall asleep fast
Sleep is an essential requirement for health, but sometimes falling asleep is easier said than done. Here, Dr. Jose Puangco, a neurologist who treats sleep disorders at the Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute at Hoag, offers advice to help you fall asleep fast. That way, you can stop tossing and turning and instead head straight to … Read More
Five Facts About ‘Broken Heart Syndrome’
Anyone who’s suffered a deep emotional loss knows the feelings brought on by a broken heart. But did you know “broken heart syndrome” is a real medical condition? Here, Dr. Dipti Itchhaporia, M.D., M.A.C.C., Eric and Shiela Samson Endowed Chair in Cardiovascular Health and director of disease management at the Jeffrey M. Carlton Heart & … Read More
What is Marfan syndrome?
Marfan syndrome is a rare medical condition affecting about one in 5,000 people – or approximately 200,000 in the United States. This genetic condition can have impacts on cardiovascular, skeletal and other systems of the body. In this Q & A, David Liang, M.D., Ph.D., director of the Hoag Marfan Syndrome & Related Conditions Program, … Read More
6 things to know about vitamin D
Vitamin D is important for overall health at all stages of life – particularly as a woman ages. Unfortunately, misinformation abounds. That’s why Dr. Jody Lai at Hoag Women’s Health Institute, frequently shares essential information about this important component of health with her patients. “People have heard about vitamin D deficiency, but I have found … Read More
How to Stay Healthy During Pregnancy
If someone with a runny nose and flushed cheeks asked to hold your newborn, you’d likely politely – but firmly – decline. Avoiding contact with people who are sick is just as important when you’re pregnant. February is International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month, and, here, a perinatal nurse navigator at the Hoag Women’s Health Institute … Read More