Healthy Living

Specialist: Understanding ankle injuries – strains, sprains, and breaks

By On the PULSE | September 28, 2022 | 0 Comments

Though a very common injury for athletes, ankle injuries can happen to anyone at any time. Hiking down your favorite local trail, walking down the stairs with a loaded laundry basket, or mowing the grass in the back yard and stepping into that ditch you’ve been meaning to fill in – it can happen to…

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Physicians: Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery

By On the PULSE | September 20, 2022 | 0 Comments

As you grow older, you may find that your knees are starting to hurt. While joint pain is not uncommon, it can begin to interfere with one’s quality of life if the knee pain continues to progress. If left untreated, it may result in the need for a knee replacement surgery. Having any type of…

Therapist: Help is always available

By On the PULSE | September 13, 2022 | 0 Comments

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and its purpose is to provide awareness and information about a subject that is often considered to be taboo. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States, with almost 46,000 in 2020. This equates to approximately one…

Physician: Back-to-school health advice for parents

By On the PULSE | September 6, 2022 | 0 Comments

School is back in session across the north central region of Pennsylvania. While there is plenty of excitement to go around for both children and parents, it may be a difficult transition for your family. To help with this period of change, it is important to prioritize your children’s health as well as your own.…

Physician: Understanding complex concussion injuries in sports

By On the PULSE | August 31, 2022

In recent years, concussions have been at the forefront of sports medicine, and for good reason. A complex injury that is difficult to diagnose, concussions can seem devastating to a young athlete’s career, but they are treatable if you know the signs and symptoms. Concussions do not always involve being “knocked out” or a loss…

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Four common ways to hear your baby’s heartbeat at home

By On the PULSE | August 26, 2022

For many expecting mothers, hearing their baby’s heartbeat provides an outstanding level of peace and comfort. Because much of what we perceive in this world is tangible, the inability to see the growing baby in the womb can stir up a lot of anxiety. If you’re looking for ways to hear the heartbeat at home,…

Expert: Important health screening milestones for women

By On the PULSE | August 23, 2022

It’s never too late to begin building a strong foundation to protect your health now and in the future. Each section below provides suggestions of what to expect throughout the years of female health care. It’s important to note that personal factors may help determine the timing of each test or screening to meet your…

Expert: Types of headaches and how to treat them

By On the PULSE | August 20, 2022

If you have experienced a headache or migraine, you know how debilitating they can be. As of 2018, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that 3% of all annual emergency department visits in the United States are due to complaints of headaches. While most headaches are not the result of a serious…

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Security Features to Install on French Doors

By On the PULSE | August 15, 2022

Enhancing an entryway beautifies a space and adds protection to the most vulnerable door types, such as French doors. Without the correct modifications, French doors are vulnerable to break-ins. Diminish the possibility of intruders by installing security features on your French doors. Try a Three-Point Locking System A locking system is the best thing to…

Physician: Understanding the side effects of cancer treatment

By On the PULSE | August 13, 2022

A cancer diagnosis is life changing. While advances in treatment have helped improve outcomes, patients still face many challenges, especially when it comes to managing their overall health during treatment. Cancer care can be lifesaving, but many patients experience a range of adverse side effects due to the nature of the chemotherapy, radiation and other…