Health Tips

Mississippi ranks among the highest in the nation for obesity rates among children, teens, and adults. Over 20% of youth in our state, ages 10-17, are considered obese by the World Health Organization standards. Childhood obesity is a complex issue with many...

It is extremely important to take all medications as prescribed. Taking the right dosage at the right time of day and in the right manner is paramount, as deviating from your doctor’s prescription can worsen your condition or even result in death. Certain medications...

All may seem fine with your eyes, until it’s not. Many conditions that affect the eyes have acute warning signs that easily go unnoticed and undiagnosed, worsening over time until the damage becomes significant. More than 4.2 million Americans, aged 40 and over, are...

The prostate is a gland located below the bladder, near the rectum, and surrounding the urethra. It’s about the size of a walnut and is responsible for producing fluid that helps carry sperm cells during ejaculation. Over 30 million men suffer from prostate problems,...

Chronic pain is described as ongoing or progressively worsening pain lasting three months or longer. With arthritis, a disorder that causes inflammation and eventual degeneration of tissue in the joints, the pain only increases as the disease progresses. Over time,...

Summer is just around the corner! That means beach vacations, outdoor functions, poolside parties, and lots of sunshine. During this time of year, there is a greater risk of overexposure due to the position of the planet around our star. When we enter the summer...

Our kidneys play a very important role in keeping our bodies in equilibrium. They perform several essential functions including filtering waste products, eliminating excess fluid, producing hormones to help control blood pressure, and more. While it is possible to...

February is American Heart Month, a time to spread awareness of the importance of maintaining your cardiovascular health. There’s a lot you can do to live a heart-healthy lifestyle and getting your friends and family on board can help to reduce everyone’s risk and...

The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped gland near the base of the neck that helps direct almost all our internal functions, from the brain to the skin. Its job is to produce tyrosine-based hormones that help regulate metabolism, fuel digestion, control cell...

December 5th to the 11th is National Handwashing Awareness Week, helping to remind us of the importance of keeping your hands clean to prevent respiratory illnesses. Proper handwashing techniques are proven to stop the spread of viruses and bacteria that can cause a...

Over 1.5 million Americans were diagnosed with diabetes in 2018, with more than 7 million going undiagnosed. It is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States, and unfortunately these statistics are most likely underreported. In the last 20 years, the...

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month dates back to 1985, organized to help bring attention to the dangers of breast cancer in the United States. Since then, we’ve continued to fight the devastating effects of breast cancer on our communities through educational...

Move more, sit less All physical activity can help offset the risks of health disease, high blood pressure and all causes of mortality. Even for inactive adults, replacing inactive behavior with light physical activity can produce some health benefits. According to...

Ragweed is an umbrella term for several different flowering plants of the genus Ambrosia, all related to aster flowers in the family Asteraceae. They are classified as wildflowers, native to most of continental North America and reach peek bloom in late summer to...

As summertime wanes and the back-to-school deadline approaches, vaccination schedules come into question as more people register themselves or their children for the school year. Kindergarten students all the way to the college graduate, keeping up to date on your...

The temperatures are on the rise, and on the Gulf Coast we know that the summer sun can be unrelenting. While getting outside can be a great way to relax and soak up some vitamin D, being unprotected in the harsh sunlight can have major consequences. Skin cancer is...

Regular wellness checkups are essential for everyone. Routine visits with your primary care physician can increase the likelihood of early detection for a wide variety of ailments and illnesses. For children, these regular visits are even more critical. Your physician...

Spring has sprung! The winter has finally released us from its chilling grip, and the warmer weather means it is time to get outside! Sunshine, fragrant blooms, and splashes of color are on-trend, and thanks to them, we can find new ways to stay happy and healthy....

As we are finally released from this bitterly cold winter, the first signs of spring have begun to sprout. We feel the warm embrace of spring with the pleasant temperatures, sunshine, enticing and abundant blooming plants, and the allergies that go along with it all....

Every February, we take the time to observe American Heart Month to bring awareness to the millions of people who suffer from heart disease. The term blankets several different cardiac-related illnesses, including abnormal heartbeat, coronary artery disease, heart...

‘Tis the season for New Year’s Resolutions! Like most people around this time, you may be looking for ways to permanently end bad habits and unhealthy choices in the new year. And for 34 million Americans, quitting smoking may be on the chopping block in 2021....

The holidays are a time for family, generosity, and delicious food served in enormous proportions. Despite the warm and fuzzy feeling that the holidays can bring, it may also be a frantic time of year for some. Shorter days followed by late-night mingling,...

With the threat of COVID-19 still lingering, preventing the spread of respiratory illnesses is more important than ever during this flu season. The best way to protect yourself against these types of infections is through vaccination, however, there are other ways to...

Breast Cancer Awareness October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a yearly campaign to spread awareness of this disease. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (C.D.C.), breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the...

Modern medicine continues to make strides in reducing deadly disease across the globe. Doctors and scientists devote thousands of hours every year to research and develop vaccinations to prevent critical conditions. Ailments like polio, smallpox, and hepatitis can all...

The daily quest to be healthy and stress free during a global pandemic is a full-time job in itself. It is imperative that we are taking care of ourselves. Even when we are doing our best, we could all use a boost to help our bodies deal with stress, poor sleep and...

Diabetes is a serious health condition that affects over 10% of the United States population. In fact, in 2018 it was estimated that 34.2 millions Americans have diabetes - and those numbers keep on rising. In 2016, Mississippi was ranked the top state with diabetes...

ANXIETY IN THE ELDERLY DON'T FORGET THE VIRUSES WE'VE BEEN FIGHTING FOR YEARS! As this is a very difficult time to maneuver through as a country, it's vital that we make sure all members of our society are represented & cared for properly. Here at Rodger's Family...