Your Healthy Family: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

For a distinct percentage of schoolaged children who suffer from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), that education seem elusive. Since the 1970s, ADHD has been the most commonly studied and diagnosed psychological condition in children.

Shannon Fields

WEB EXCLUSIVE: A Teachable Moment—Giving is Better than Receiving

There is a way to get your child on the fast track to truly appreciating the gifts received, and more importantly to teach him how to be thankful towards the giver.

Dr. Susan Bartell

Working on Your Overall Health

Now that the holidays are over and 2007 is upon us, resolutions are being made right and left. And what is the most popular New Year’s resolution of all time? Weight loss.

Shannon Fields

What You Need to Know About Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) refers to a collection of symptoms that affect the function of the colon and/or large intestine, causing a person’s bowel to be extra sensitive. Yearly, many cases go undiagnosed.

Shannon Fields

WEB EXCLUSIVE: A Teachable Moment—The New Year is a Good Time to Forgive

It can be challenging to follow through on New Year’s resolutions. Well, guess what? I have a two-part solution to a successful resolution!

Dr. Susan Bartell

Water Safety for Infants and Toddlers

Swimming is a favorite activity among children of all ages, and infants, toddlers, and preschoolers are no exception. Here are some things you should know about water safety and to also teach your kids.

Understanding the Blood Sugar Connection

Blood sugar levels affect the entire body in some surprising ways. A healthy diet is the most effective way to stabilize blood sugar levels in a normal, nondiabetic individual.

Shannon Fields

Understanding RSV

In healthy adults and older children, respiratory syncytial virus may be mistaken for a cold. RSV may become serious—even life-threatening. Understanding this illness is often the first step to prevention.

Shannon Fields

Understanding Metabolic Syndrome

Recently, the term “metabolic syndrome” has made its way into medical literature. So exactly what is metabolic syndrome, and who is at risk? How does it relate to obesity, diet, and lifestyle?

Shannon Fields

Tips to Stay Active Throughout the New Year

A new year has arrived which means that many have taken an oath to begin exercising. Unfortunately, the excitement and drive to get fit usually doesn't last long.

Chris Crawford