Health & Wellness
Explore a wide range of health and wellness topics designed to help you feel your best—physically, mentally, and emotionally. From everyday tips to expert insights, we’ve got you covered.
Health & Wellness
Be Active: Have Fun this Summer
By Sally Carey Many enjoyable, outside activities can only be done when the weather is warmer, such as golfing, kayaking, ...
Health & Wellness
Healthy Bones Reduce the Risk of Osteoporosis and Falls
By Dr. Judith Black As we age, our bones naturally begin to weaken. One in two women and one in ...
Senior Care
Alzheimer’s Conversation Tips
Capturing and leveraging memories that trigger an emotional response can effectively help manage the behaviors of someone with Alzheimer’s or ...
Pediatrics
Childwise: What if Your Child is the Victim of Sexual Abuse?
Childwise is a medical advice column for parents of children ages birth to 21. By Kathleen Ganster The Jerry Sandusky ...
Health & Wellness Senior Care
Your Health Matters: Seniors and Summer Safety
By Dr. Judith Black, medical director for Senior Markets at Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia Warm, sunny days ...
Health & Wellness
In Sickness and in Health, Animals Really Are Man’s Best Friend
The many benefits associated with owning a pet. By Donna Cardillo, RN Pets have long been part of the American ...
Senior Care
Toll of Caregiving is Widespread
Asking for help when the burden of caring for a loved one gets to be too much isn’t a sign ...
Senior Care
Disagreement over the TV Volume Setting
By Rich Filar Disagreement over the television setting can be problematic even in families where no one has hearing loss, ...
Pediatrics
Childwise: Enjoying Nature with Your Children
Childwise is a medical advice column for parents of children ages birth to 21. By Kathleen Ganster Growing up, my ...
Senior Care
Walking Reduces Anxiety in Older Women
A recent study says a brisk walk can reduce a variety of psychological symptoms such as anxiety, stress and depression. ...
