If you’re concerned about a recently reported increase of strep throat in children, let me ease your mind. Strep throat appears seasonally every year, usually beginning in late autumn, winter, or early spring, when many of us spend more time indoors, increasing our risk of sharing germs. We’re in strep throat season now, which is … Read more
By the time children turn 11 or 12, they probably have received many school-required vaccinations. Yet, there is one vaccine that, although not mandatory, all children should receive: the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. What is HPV? HPV is a group of viruses that infect the cells on the surface of the skin or moist surfaces … Read more
Stamford Health is thankful for the many volunteers that make a difference at the hospital every day. Our staff ensures that our volunteers are well-matched and well-recognized for their individual strengths and talents, with a fit for everyone — from teenagers to adults! Today, we’re spotlighting Mariah Pettway, who volunteers in Stamford Hospital. We hope … Read more
What are the new guidelines? Nearly four years to the day after Covid-19 first appeared, killing millions of Americans and shuttering much of the country, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) announced new guidance for the general public: If you test positive for the virus, but your symptoms are improving overall, and … Read more
Believe it or not, warm weather is coming. Before you know it, you’ll be filling — and refilling —your water bottle to quench your summer thirst. Most of us drink more water during the summer months than we do when it’s cold because sweating from heat dehydrates us and makes our thirst impossible to ignore. … Read more
Women have a long history of challenging societal norms, overcoming barriers and enacting change. Throughout my career, I have been extremely humbled to work alongside many brilliant and dynamic women. I have looked to superiors and peers alike to uplift, mentor, and guide me through challenges, both personal and professional. To celebrate Women’s History Month, … Read more
Does this scenario sound familiar? You have diabetes and have been advised to lose weight to get your glucose under control. You know that regular exercise, like walking, is the best way to lose weight, but the sharp pins-and-needles pain or numbness in your feet, otherwise known as diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN), makes it too painful to walk. … Read more
Actor Olivia Munn made headlines last week when she underwent a double mastectomy following a breast cancer diagnosis. Munn shared that her breast cancer was detected after her OB-GYN conducted a breast cancer risk assessment. The actor had a clean mammogram a few months prior, but after the assessment, her OB-GYN referred her to receive additional imaging, … Read more
Are you or a loved one at an age when physical or cognitive impairments compromise your ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) – dressing, cooking, bathing, and eating – that are integral to living independently? Occupational therapy can improve your ability to perform these tasks safely, thereby improving your quality of life. What is occupational … Read more
Brittany Mahomes, wife of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, recently shared her story of back trouble stemming from pelvic floor dysfunction. “Once you have kids, take care of your pelvic floor,” Mahomes wrote on her Instagram. “Seriously.” Going public with her medical condition helped more women than she probably knew. What is pelvic floor dysfunction? … Read more