Back to being pain free
When Teri Connors experienced debilitating back pain, the Back & Neck Pain Center at Mather Hospital went above and beyond
Nutrition through the ages
There is no one size fits all approach to nutrition. We as human beings are always changing, and our nutritional needs change as we age. The food choices we make today may impact our health today, tomorrow, and well into the future. Learn about the nutrients needed for optimal health at all stages of life.
Nutrition in a pinch: When cooking is not an option
By Michelle Murdolo, MS, RD, CDN Sometimes cooking is just not an option. Maybe you’re going through a home renovation, you don’t have a lot of space, you’re traveling, or maybe you just don’t like to cook! Whatever the reason, there are still ways to make sure your body is getting all the nutrition it…
Get heart healthy this February
Mather Hospital will mark American Heart Month in February with a series of healthy heart webinars and a virtual Wear Red Day observance.
What a top infectious disease doctor says about the COVID-19 vaccine
Dr. Bruce Farber virtually spoke to Mather Hospital employees last week about the COVID-19 vaccine. Watch him answer questions from our staff and share what he knows about the vaccine.
Find your best healthy weight
Join us on Tuesday January 26 for a free webinar to learn about reaching your healthiest weight. Presented by Barbara Broggelwirth, RD and Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, RD.
Take “back” the New Year
Welcome to 2021. To many of us it feels just like a continuation of 2020. While the world around us may feel very much the same, you can make positive changes to take back your year. If you suffer from back and neck pain, here are some steps you can take to reduce your pain…
Hydration and exercise
By Erin Caraher, RDN, CDN Water is one of the most important essential compounds in the body. Water protects and cushions vital organs, aids the digestive system and regulates body temperature. Water also helps rid the body of waste. Half of the body is made up of water, which makes it vital for survival. Before,…
Questions to ask yourself in the first days of the new year
By Barbara Broggelwirth, RDN, CDN I read a great article by Ariane De Bonvoisin on different ways to view our goals for the new year. One of the ideas that really resonated with me was asking the question, “What do I most want to feel this year?” Asking the question in this way takes us…
Just move – physical activity for health
By Helaine Krasner, MS, RDN, CSOWM, CDN I get it. Sometimes we just need to rest and recharge and put all those ambitious exercise goals on the back burner. Relaxation is a necessary part of health that lowers stress and enhances our immunity, but it’s important to strike a balance between physical activity and recovery.