When it comes to managing healthcare for your children or aging loved ones, access to the right information at the right time matters. A medical proxy can help ensure that care decisions, communication, and follow-ups happen smoothly, especially when life gets busy or situations change unexpectedly....

When you think about your health, it’s easy to focus only on how you feel today. But long-term wellness is built through preventive care, those regular checkups, screenings, vaccines, and everyday habits that help catch problems early and keep small issues from becoming serious ones. Preventive care plays an increasingly important role as the population ages and chronic conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure become more complex and more common....

As the new year begins and the winter chill settles in, many of us look for ways to boost our health. While the holidays and colder weather can encourage a more sedentary lifestyle, now is the perfect time to commit to physical activity. Regular exercise is one of the most powerful things you can do for your health. Scientific evidence consistently shows that moving your body is one of the most effective tools for preventing disease, improving mental health, and...

If something unexpected happened, would your family, friends, and medical team know your wishes regarding your healthcare? It's natural to assume we'll always be able to make our own medical decisions. But what if a sudden illness or injury left you unable to communicate? Having this conversation with yourself and your loved ones might be difficult, but it is vital for peace of mind....

The holiday season is synonymous with indulgent meals and festive treats, often leading to a departure from healthy habits. However, enjoying the holidays while maintaining balanced nutrition and preparing for a healthier New Year is possible....

The weather is getting cool, the leaves are changing colors, and it is time to get your flu (influenza) shot again. This time of year, it can sometimes be hard to know exactly what you might be coming down with. Is it a cold, allergies, or the flu? Influenza A and B are caused by viruses easily spread between people by coughing, sneezing, and airborne particles. Cold symptoms include a runny or stuffy nose with clear and often colored drainage....

As Lung Cancer Awareness Month approaches this November, it's the perfect time to spotlight a powerful tool in the early detection of lung cancer: CT Low Dose Lung Screenings (AKA CT Smart Lung screenings). Woodlawn is proud to offer these scans to support our community’s health....

Have you seen medical care advertisements and wondered why that matters to me? I get it, and if you are outside the medical community, it can be daunting to figure out all the options for yourself and your loved ones. The good news is that I am here to help you find out what is a 3 D Mammogram and what the benefits of selecting this as a care option....

Pink ribbons and orange pumpkins have become symbols of October. We know that this month is Breast Cancer Awareness, and if you are a female over 40, this is your friendly reminder to schedule your mammogram. (The good news is that you can have a mammogram all year, not just in October.) So why get a yearly mammogram every year after 40? Beyond a recommendation by the medical community, we know that when we find breast cancer in its earliest...

Did you know that there are some risk factors for breast cancer that you cannot change? Yep, that is right! Here is a list of things that you are unable to change: Being female Getting older Genetic mutations Early menstrual cycles, late menopause Family or personal history of breast or ovarian cancer Previous radiation treatment to the chest/breast Dense breast tissue...