#AskReliant with Christine Dooley, Physical Therapist
We asked our Facebook fans to to give Reliant Medical Group’s own Christine Dooley any questions that they may have about Physical Therapy. Hear her responses to these questions …
National Apple Month
Are you aware that there are over 120 different varieties of apples that grow in New England? Although local grocery stores may have some, most apple varieties are found …
Packing a Healthy School Lunch for Your Child
Are you asking yourself “how should I pack healthy lunches for my children every day of the week and actually get them to eat them?” If so, here are …
Medical Mythbuster: Does Cracking Your Knuckles Cause Arthritis?
Growing up, most of our mothers warned us that cracking our knuckles will “cause arthritis.” Fortunately, those who still savor cracking their knuckles seem to be safe. There is …
Life After Bariatric Surgery Group Recipes of the Month- September
A couple of crockpot recipes to ease the transition into fall. Chicken & Sweet Potato Stew Serves 6 Here’s a dinnertime warmer with a hint of spring’s sweetness, …
Exercise Can Help With Your Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence, or the unwanted leakage of urine, is a common and frustrating complaint among women. The amount of leakage can be small to large, and can happen only …
Seniors and Anxiety Disorders – Getting Over the Fear
Anxiety is a normal part of life, all of us get stressed out at times. However, an anxiety disorder is a different, much more serious problem. When a person …
Medical Minute: Unna Boots
We visited with Dr. Diane St. Onge, a DNP and Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse at our Worcester Medical Center site, to talk about Unna Boots. Watch her video below to learn …
Life After Bariatric Surgery Group Recipes of the Month- August
Here are a couple of no cook recipes to keep your home nice and cool during these last dog days of summer! Tuna Salad-Stuffed Tomatoes with Arugula Serves …
Medical Mythbuster: Are Flip Flops Bad for Your Feet?
Many people love flip flops, and they’re great for showing off pedicures. However, for some people, they really can cause problems. This type of footwear does not provide any …
Medical Mythbuster: Can You Really Get an STD From a Toilet Seat?
Fortunately, the answer is no. Venereal diseases like syphilis and gonorrhea are only transmitted through person-to-person contact. However, studies have shown that hard surfaces like toilet seats can hold …
Going for a Swim? Be Aware of Recreational Water Illnesses
We all love being at the pool or beach on a summer day. Unfortunately, it’s not always the healthiest place to be. Over the last two decades, there’s been …
Can Too Much Sitting Lead to an Early Death?
According to a recent study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, the answer could be yes. The more hours the study participants spent sitting at work, driving, lying …
Nutrition Tip: Add Berries to Your Diet!
It is berry picking season! From June through October some form of berry is available in this area. Strawberries start at the end of June and then come blueberries, …
Summer Pregnancy Comfort Tips
There’s no doubt that expecting a baby during the hot and humid summer months can be a little challenging. Pregnant women are more intolerant of heat because they have …
Medication Tips for Vacation
Be Prepared! Whether you’re going away for a weekend or for an entire month, it takes a little planning to make sure you’ll have your medications when you need …
Medical Mythbuster: The Base Tan
Will a “base” tan help prevent sunburn at the beach? Hopping in the tanning bed before a weekend at the beach or pool is not a good idea. The …
Medical Mythbuster: Does gum really stay in your stomach for seven years?
Although this myth seems to have been around forever, it is simply not true. While the body is not able to fully digest chewing gum, the indigestible gum base …
Skin Cancer: 5 Ways to Protect Yourself
May is when many of us like to spend more time outdoors. It’s also Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month – the perfect time to learn more about the …
Nutrition Tip: Buy Produce in Season
Have you ever taken a bite out of a strawberry in the middle of winter? Were you disappointed hoping for that burst of juicy flavor you get from strawberries …
Medical Mythbuster: Is a Migraine Just a Really Bad Headache?
You’ve probably heard a friend say, “I must have a migraine, my head is killing me.” However, a migraine is simply not just a bad headache. A true migraine …
Spring Safety Tip
Before you do any “hands on” weed removal, be sure you know how to identify poison ivy, poison sumac, and poison oak. Wearing gardening gloves can help prevent a …
Best Exercises to Burn Calories
If you’re like most people, chances are you got less exercise than needed during the long, cold winter months. That makes spring the perfect time to get back into …
Food, Pregnancy, and You
When you become pregnant, everyone and their mother is giving you advice about what to eat and what not to eat. There are so many changes going on in …
What You Need to Know About Measles Vaccination
Measles, a disease once thought to have been eliminated in the United States, is making headlines again this winter. Most of the recent cases have been linked to an …