USA Health Wellness

By Kim Crawford Meeks

Managing grief during the holidays can be particularly challenging, as it’s a time often filled with family gatherings and celebrations. If you are navigating this season after a loss, know that there are ways to cope.

Healthy eating offers a wide range of benefits that can positively impact both physical and mental well-being.

By Ann Payne-Johnson, M.D., M.S.

Taking simple preventive measures can make a difference in keeping the workplace well and morale high.

By Shelia Ross, D.N.P.

Strokes continue to be the leading cause of disability in the United States, where someone has a stroke every 40 seconds. That’s why it’s important to recognize the early warning signs and take steps to get medical attention as soon as possible.

By Kimberly Donnellan, M.D., F.A.C.S.

By understanding these key points and following proper sunscreen usage practices, you can help protect your skin from sun damage and reduce the risk of sunburn, premature aging, and skin cancer.

By Ann Payne-Johnson, M.D., M.S.

By implementing these strategies and fostering a supportive and active environment at home, parents can help kids make healthier choices and prioritize physical activity over screen time during the summer.

By Nupur Shah, M.D.

Spreading awareness will inform more women about women-specific risk factors and women-specific presentation of a heart attack.

By Robert Israel, M.D.

When these positive small changes become habits, then they become very hard to break.

By Michelle Ryan

Incorporating more exercise into your daily routine doesn't always require major lifestyle changes or long workouts.

By Ann Payne-Johnson, M.D., M.S.

Introducing these small changes into your daily life can gradually improve your overall health and well-being.

By Michelle Ryan

Mindful eating strategies for social gatherings can help you enjoy the festivities while being aware of your body’s needs.

By Fletcher Eaton, M.A.

Don’t let this holiday season cause you to feel fear and dread. Be proactive and take steps to prepare for the potential flood of sadness, grief and stress.

Two shots of the HPV vaccine, given six to 12 months apart, are recommended for children ages 11 and 12, and they are encouraged for those as young as 9.

By Robert Israel, M.D.

This recipe is as it says – any combo that you have in the fridge and pantry. Eating greens and beans every day requires a plan!

By Robert Israel, M.D.

When you are traveling, be mindful of your choices, but give yourself the space to enjoy yourself and indulge in special foods.

By Kimberly Donnellan, M.D., F.A.C.S

Whether you spend time gardening, by the pool or at the beach, make sure you and your family are protected by following these important tips.

By Baret Bercier, M.D.

The gold standard of screening for colon cancer is the colonoscopy, a low-risk, minimally invasive procedure that helps detect precancerous polyps and removes them before they develop into anything worse.

By Phyllus Justice, M.P.H., RD, CDE

Here are some ideas to help you snack smarter and take better care of your health!

By Robert Israel, M.D., F.A.C.P.

Mindful assessment is key to making better nutrition and movement choices in the high-stakes game of your best health

By Robert Israel, M.D., F.A.C.P.

African American men are more likely than white men to be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime – a 1-in-7 chance versus a 1-in-8 chance for white men.

By Robert Israel, M.D., F.A.C.P.

A dietary style based on a combination of two healthy eating styles, the Mediterranean diet and the DASH diet, called the MIND diet can reduce dementia risk by over 50%!

Robert Israel, M.D., recommends a more fundamental approach to identify behaviors and motivation to help you understand how you can be successful.

By Robert Israel, M.D., F.A.C.P.

Finally, after a very long and unusual time during which most of us have been under a lot more stress than usual – we are beginning to emerge into some new normal.

By Phyllus Justice, MPH, RDN, CDCES

Whether you’re going to the beach, tanning by the pool or just trying to look and feel your best, it’s important to incorporate fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables into your diet.