Your Health

Dr. Taniza Karim, Deaconess Clinic Pediatrician 

The summer months are a special time during childhood.  Outdoor activities, vacations, camps, etc. all lead to lifelong memories. Discover the top ways to keep your children safe this summer and what habits to encourage (and avoid) during this long break from school.

Paul Harries, MD, Deaconess Comprehensive Pain Center

Osteoporosis and back pain are both common issues in patients over the age of 65, and these problems can exist separately or in combination. As a physician, it’s my job to determine the source of a patient’s back pain and figure out the best way to treat it.

David Moore, MD, Deaconess Clinic Urology

June is Men’s Health Month--a great opportunity to help men know how they can age better, with better urologic health, including kidney health, prostate issues, and concerns related to erectile dysfunction.
 

Rebekah Basham, PA, Deaconess Clinic

It's summer, and local farmers markets have “sprouted up,” giving us new opportunities for buying fresh produce, socializing and more.
 

Brandt Dodson, DPM, Deaconess Clinic Podiatry

Advertisements begin every summer for the new swimsuit fashions.  But what about sandal season?  For many, warm weather creates an uncomfortable notion of displaying nails that are yellow and thickened due to nail fungus.