Man Up and Call the Doctor

June Is Men’s Health Month June is men’s health month—a time to focus on common health issues and encourage men to care for both their mental and physical health. Even though men die, on average, five years earlier than women, they are also less likely to go to the doctor, according to a study from Rutgers University. The researchers found that men who held more … Continue reading Man Up and Call the Doctor

Mental Healing in a Pandemic

Constant media coverage of the coronavirus pandemic can make us feel anxious and upset. It can become quite overwhelming when it is everywhere you look all the time. The new policies, rules and constant what-ifs can be draining both physically and emotionally. But don’t worry; you are not alone in those feelings.  “Our work didn’t stop for a pandemic, and it won’t stop for anything … Continue reading Mental Healing in a Pandemic

Made in the Shade

Keeping Your Skin Healthy This Summer The American Academy of Dermatology estimates that about 9,500 people in the United States are diagnosed with skin cancer every day, making it the most common cancer in the country. One in five Americans will develop skin cancer, and many of these cases are due to exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Learning how to protect yourself from UV radiation—especially … Continue reading Made in the Shade

Larissa Baker: SGMC Saved Our Lives

Two weeks before participating in a half-marathon, Larissa Baker, 32, found out shewas expecting her third child.  “It was definitely a surprise pregnancy,”Larissa said. “I had been training for thehalf-marathon and thought my extremehunger was from all the running.”  Larissa and her husband, Michael, werebusy parents with two toddlers, RaeLyn andCharlotte, when they found out she was 11weeks pregnant. “The pregnancy was overall easy, much … Continue reading Larissa Baker: SGMC Saved Our Lives

A Family Affair

The Lindsey Family Makes  CrossFit Their New Tradition Research shows that regular exercise can help you control your weight, reduce your risk of heart disease and prevent some cancers. Exercise can also help you manage blood sugar and insulin levels, improve your overall mental health and mood and even increase your chances of living longer. Many of these are among the reasons Johnny and Missy … Continue reading A Family Affair