Health Whys
Health Whys contains articles written by our doctors and nurses that discuss common medical problems.
Heat Related Problems And Cures
The first article in this series covers the progression of warning signals our bodies use to let us know we are being exposed to unhealthy levels of heat and what to do if you or someone nearby may be suffering from heat related problems. Heat Related Problems And Cures »
Lyme Disease Symptoms And Treatment
Lyme disease is most commonly reported in New England and the mid-Atlantic states. It has become increasingly common in Virginia. In fact, Virginia has experienced tremendous increases in the number of reported cases in the past several years. Lyme Disease Symptoms And Treatment »
Culture And Depression
Mental disorders such as depression are exceedingly common in the United States. About one in four adults suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year, translating to almost 60 million people. Culture And Depression »
Seasonal Depression / Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Seasonal depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at the same time every year. If you're like most people with seasonal affective disorder, your symptoms start in the fall and may continue into the winter months, draining you of energy and making you feel moody. Seasonal Affective Disorder »
Exercise Hints
Spring is an excellent time to restart your exercise program. The most important part of this is finding the time. Mark this in your calender first. Select a specific time, place, type, and length of exercise. We suggest selecting a number of days or weeks to do this exercise. Set a reward for accomplishing your goal. Such as “I'll let myself go to a movie after I've walked for 1/2 hour 5 days a week for 3 weeks.” Remember, “Baby Steps” lead to long term success.
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