As a parent, you want your child to love themselves as much as you love them. But self-esteem can often be a struggle for kids as their bodies begin to change.  It can be hard to shield a child from the messages of what society deems as...

UnitedHealthcare announced today several updates that provide people and families expanded access to the care, support and resources they need to navigate through this unprecedented time. These actions will expand access to testing and medical care,...

My heart sank a little bit as my 8-year-old son’s dentist pointed to a few hidden areas his toothbrush just wasn’t quite reaching. Then came the news we were hoping to avoid: two cavities. I thought we followed all the rules with regular checkups...

The change of seasons brings more than just a shift in the weather. The colder temperatures and shorter days may also create a darkness of emotions for people with seasonal affective disorder, known as SAD. SAD is a type of depression that often...

When a health issue arises, your first step may be deciding where to seek medical attention. Heading to an urgent care or the emergency room are often top of mind, but some people may forget telemedicine is often a viable option too. ...

*Paid Endorsement* Inhale, exhale. Repeat. The movement of air through our lungs often goes unnoticed, but for the American Lung Association (ALA) this simple function is a vital component for living a healthy life. ALA is committed to helping all...

You may have gotten into a healthy pattern of working out at the gym as part of your New Year’s resolution — but while you are turning up the heat on your workouts, be cautious of how high you turn up the volume in your earbuds. Consistent...

Paid Endorsement For a community to thrive and grow, there must be partnership resources in place that work to better its people, surroundings, and available opportunities year-round. One of the main areas for growth and enrichment is in physical...

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...