Heart Health Month Take 2
By Dr. Kent Niss
Continuing on the subject of heart health this month, we will discuss the other two major factors that can affect our risk for heart disease: environmental factors and activity. Last week we discussed the non-modifiable risk factors or . . .
Heart Health Month
By Dr. Kent Niss
February is not just for happy hearts on Valentine’s day but is a month where we focus on heart health! Heart disease is our nation’s number one cause of death and morbidity and therefore deserves a lot of attention. The hard . . .
Gout
By Dr. Kent Niss
Gout is an arthritic condition that affects many people in the United States. It affects men more than women. Gout is a unique arthritic condition that most commonly effects one joint at a time and often the same joint repeatedly. The . . .
A New Year, A New You: A Fresh Start for Your Health
By Dr. Abby Hanzlicek
The beginning of a new year offers a perfect opportunity to hit the reset button on your health. One of the most common New Year’s resolutions is to eat healthier, but for many, it can feel like a daunting task. Fortunately, making . . .
Take Proactive Steps to Improve Mental Health as the Seasons Change
As daylight hours shorten, many individuals experience a type of depression commonly known as Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD. The seasonal phenomenon can lead to mild or severe impacts on one’s well-being such . . .
Prostate Cancer
By Dr. Abby Hanzlicek
1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, but risks vary based on age, race/ethnicity and other factors. It is more likely in older men- 6 out of 10 prostate cancers are diagnosed in men older than 65- and it is . . .
