by Dr. Larry Wu | Jun 3, 2019 | Health & Wellness |
Men may have the reputation of avoiding trips to the doctor at all costs, even when we know that we’ve been having problems with our health. In fact, according to the Centers of Disease Control, women are more likely than men to visit the doctor. Why is this? Could it...
by Blue Cross NC | May 21, 2019 | Health & Wellness |
As the weather warms up, you may have noticed an increase in the debate between physical and chemical sunscreen. Most people know that sunscreen can offer protection from the dangers of prolonged UV radiation caused by the sun’s rays. But do you know how your...
by Michelle Rogers, CPT | May 17, 2019 | Health & Wellness |
Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. Of the more than 30 million Americans with diabetes, 90-95% percent have type 2, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)....
by Michael Berliner | May 16, 2019 | Health & Wellness |
“For as long as I can remember, my Dad’s been on a diet, trying to lose weight,” Vivian Howard explained. “Overall he’s very healthy; he exercises every morning. Well, about eight years ago, we learned Dad is pre-diabetic… he has ‘a little bit of sugar’ as they say.”...
by Michael Berliner | May 16, 2019 | Health & Wellness |
“I’M PLEASANTLY SURPRISED, ACTUALLY!” Sam Jones, in addition to being a Fire Chief in Eastern North Carolina, is a well-respected barbecue chef. So he’s naturally opinionated about food. When chef Vivian Howard offered him a taste of mashed potatoes made with...
by Allison Bonner | May 15, 2019 | Health & Wellness |
I’ll admit that running a half marathon wasn’t at the top of my bucket list. Sure, I’ve run 5K, and even a 10-miler, but I never thought I’d make it any farther than that. Then my aunt gave me some great advice: run just a little farther than you think you can. That...
