After a two-year decline in the overall rate of flu cases within the United States, which was likely related to improved hygiene and lessened social behavior during the COVID-19 epidemic, the 2022 flu season has reversed the trend. Flu cases rose in 2022, and Prisma Health physician Megan David, MD, shared information about the 2022 […]
Organ donation: Your questions, answered
Transplant surgeon Todd Merchen, MD, and transplant nephrologist Keith Superdock, MD, answered questions about kidney transplant surgery, organ donation and more, including: As well, Jodi Schirtz, a living kidney donor, spoke about her experience and what led her to make the decision to donate her kidney in May of 2009 to help a family friend with […]
Everyday hand hygiene tips
MoveWell: December
As you close out your year of monthly MoveWell workout videos, Kendra Rorabaugh, CPT, offers a “best of” showcase of the most effective movements from throughout the year. This workout video has easy at-home exercises that still helps tone muscles, increase physical fitness and lower stress. Plus, they are just as easy to perform at […]
Managing diabetes: Your frequently asked questions, answered
Diabetes affects 37 million Americans, with both adults and children both capable of developing both types of the disease. Symptoms like fatigue, weight loss, frequent urination or excessive thirst are easy to mistake for other health conditions or write off as simply a side effect of everyday life. In some cases, there may not be […]
