10 Tips for Visiting a Loved One with Alzheimer’s
By Nancy Swayze, MD Chief of Skilled Nursing Facilities Many people feel anxious about visiting a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. It can be a difficult experience at times …
By Nancy Swayze, MD Chief of Skilled Nursing Facilities Many people feel anxious about visiting a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. It can be a difficult experience at times …
This is not true. While it’s possible for children as young as infants to learn to swim, the American Association of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends waiting until age one before …
We all remember those summer road trips from our youth, where we no doubt fidgeted in the back seat and probably annoyed our parents by asking “Are we there …
By Lloyd Fisher, MD Reliant Pediatrics After rigorous study, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized the emergency use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children 12 years …
Thomas Rosenfeld, MD Chief, Division of Dermatology Eczema is an inflammatory disorder of the skin, producing a red and itchy rash sometimes accompanied by weeping blisters. In later stages …
By David Sommer, MD, MPH Division of Neurology May is National Stroke Awareness Month, a great time to learn more about this medical emergency and how to lower your …
Even people who take great care of their skin sometimes want a little help to enhance their look. At Reliant, our Division of Dermatology offers a number of ways …
With the warm weather upon us, everyone wants to be outside and bask in the sunshine. But don’t forget to protect yourself against the sun’s harsh rays. Check out …
By Jocelyne Durrenberger, DNP Department of Pediatrics It’s not unusual for young children to experience delays in their development. Sometimes these development delays can be a sign of Autism …
The CDC has updated its health guidelines for those who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19. You are considered fully vaccinated 2 weeks after your 2nd dose of the Pfizer …
By Samuel Nordberg, PhD Chief of Behavioral Health Like many people, I have struggled with anxiety at times in my life. In my early twenties, it paralyzed me for …
Your child’s annual well visit is an essential part of keeping them on the road to good health. By providing a comprehensive evaluation, monitoring your child’s growth and developmental …
You can greatly reduce your chances of getting skin cancer by following these 5 simple guidelines: Try to avoid sun exposure between 10am and 4pm when the rays are …
By Dr. Bradley Switzer Chief of Hematology/Oncology March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, an ideal time to learn more about colorectal cancer. Excluding skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the …
We recently spoke with Christine Stille, NP, a member of our Pediatrics Department at our Holden office, to learn more about what parents can do to help their children …
By Robert Harizi, MD Chief of Cardiology, Reliant Medical Group It’s always a good time to understand the importance of heart health and adopt healthier behaviors that can decrease …
Learning the warning signs of melanoma could save your life! If you have a mole or pigmented area of the skin that shows any of the four melanoma warning …
Unfortunately, this is true. Many people call it “maskne,” for mask-related acne. Dermatologists know that blocking of the skin surface can cause acne (e.g., sports helmets). Since the general …
By Laura Ting, MD Department of Family Practice Reliant Medical Group Just like adults, many children are having trouble coping with the stress of the Covid-19 pandemic. Family life …
By Alison Shelales, RN Breast Cancer Nurse Navigator Reliant Medical Group October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an ideal time to learn more about breast cancer screening. Regular mammograms …
By Kathryn Allen, LICSW Behavioral Health Provider Reliant Medical Group Regardless of where you fall on the political spectrum, one thing many of us have in common is an …
By Samuel Nordberg, PhD Chief of Behavioral Health Reliant Medical Group For many months, Covid-19 has caused most of us to dramatically change our daily routines, including avoiding people …
Salmon with Chopped Tomatillo Salad Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 ¼ pounds salmon fillet, cut into 4 portions 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, divided …
Ever wonder, does sunscreen really expire? How much do I really need to put on before heading outdoors? Check out these helpful sunscreen tips and find out! Be sure …