Whether it’s a routine checkup or an appointment to address a specific health concern, it’s common that your doctor requests a lab work up. In fact, physicians recommend lab work 50 percent of the time. It’s not likely, however, that you...

Getting the necessary treatment and recovery support for those seeking help for a mental health or substance abuse disorder can be challenging, if you don’t have access to reliable transportation.  This is especially true in rural areas,...

Eleven-year-old Sean Fleming didn’t hesitate as he waded into the Atlantic Ocean, leaving his worries at shore.  He balanced on his surfboard and stood up beaming, bracing himself against a wave — a courageous feat as a recent cancer...

For most Americans, their health plan benefits began in January, regardless of whether they switched to a new plan during open enrollment or opted to stick with the plan they had in 2019. Better understanding your coverage may help you get the most...

The lack of sunlight and bitter temperatures can give winter a bad rep when it comes to your health. You pull out all the tricks to try to stay warm and healthy, but some of your winter wellness habits may be based on long-standing myths. As a...

If you’ve been having trouble getting enough sleep, you’re not alone. About 50 to 70 million Americans, of all ages, have issues when it comes to sleep. And it’s not only from staying up late. Whether it’s due to an increase in...

For those living with dementia or the caregivers who support them, the illness can be a challenging journey. Families enduring this condition may not know how to navigate care, but it’s important to know, you’re not alone and help is...

If you need help looking on the bright side, researchers may have found proof behind the power of positive thinking. Decades of research suggest that seeing the glass “half full” or “half empty” may be an indicator of our chances of living...

It’s that time of year again. Time to focus on New Year’s resolutions to start the new decade off right. These goals are easy to set, but sometimes can be hard to stick with. This may be why many people who make resolutions in January, give up...

On Tuesday, Jan. 7, Community Healthcare System’s St. Mary Medical Center cut the ribbon on their newly renovated Wound Care Center in Portage. Located inside the Willowcreek Health Center (3170 Willowcreek Rd), the facility offers advanced...