'How My Nurse Practitioner Takes Care of Me'
Get to know this valuable member of the health care team. More >>

'How My Nurse Practitioner Takes Care of Me'
Get to know this valuable member of the health care team. More >>

A Word About Wisdom Teeth
For some people, it’s wisest to get rid of them More >>

Aftereffects of Trauma
Discomfort, changed appearance and other issues can linger after the wounds are healed
- The Phoenix Society for burn survivors
- Her Life Changed in an Instant
- Beyond the Burn More >>

All About Anesthesia
There are many options to help you through surgery More >>

Are Sleep Medications Safe?
If you use them appropriately, the answer is yes
- Taking Your Drugs Safely
- Good Night's Sleep for Your Kids
- Is It Safe to Take That Sleeping Pill? More >>

Avoiding the ‘Tobacco 10’
Planning helps you avoid weight gain after quitting smoking. More >>

Be a Safe Pedestrian!
It’s a challenge in the Lehigh Valley, where drivers are aggressive
• Intersections to Avoid on Foot More >>

Be Smart About Sunscreen
Sunscreen protects you from the sun’s rays that can damage skin and even cause cancer. More >>

Can You Trust Drug Ads?
They’re almost always too good to be true More >>

Cancer News and Reminders
Cancer deaths are down sharply this year, thanks to better treatment, prevention and early detection. But cancer remains a major killer, second only to heart disease. Do your part by getting the screenings you need. More >>

Coping With Health Care Costs
Save money and stay healthy—the smart way More >>

Could You Be a Blood Donor?
Get the facts and you could save lives
• Miller-Keystone Blood Center Locations More >>

Dangers of Getting Too Cold
Dress warmly and know the warning signs of frostbite and hypothermia. More >>

Disaster!
Is your family prepared?
- Coping with Flooding
- Plan Ahead for Disasters More >>

Do Weight-Loss Drugs Work?
Only a few are proven, so don’t be fooled

Do Your Body a Favor - Quit Smoking Now
The longer you put it off, the greater the chance of long-term damage. More >>

Don’t Be a Victim of Car Theft
Simple tips can help you stay safe
• Carjacking More >>

Ethnicity and Health
How people’s ancestry impacts their well-being
- Black Women and Heart Disease Class More >>

Finding the Value in Herbal Medications
They may be a good alternative – if you’re a smart consumer
- Eight Herbal Supplements You Should Know About
- Herbal Therapies 101 More >>

First Aid for Serious Burns
What to do when someone’s badly burned
• Burn Prevention Foundation More >>

Germs in the Kitchen
A sparkling-clean kitchen is a pleasing place to spend time—but more than that, it’s your best defense against bacteria that could affect your family’s health. More >>

Get Ready for Winter Driving
Stay safe in the ice and snow by planning ahead, driving with care More >>

He Couldn’t Quit Smoking on His Own
Rob Kern of Whitehall, Pa., eventually found the support he needed. More >>

Healthy Transportation Alternatives
Save at the pump and get your heart pumping instead
- Community Exchange Orientation More >>

Healthy You Saved My Life!
Charles Peters was surfing the web late one night when his right “mouse-clicking” finger went numb. Then his whole arm went limp. More >>

HIV - What You Need to Know
Awareness could make all the difference for you or someone you care about More >>

Home Fireworks Safety
What you should do to prevent a burn injury this summer
• Fireworks: What’s Legal and What’s Not? More >>

Hot Water Can Hurt You
How to keep your family safe from scald burns More >>

If You’re Called on to Use a Defibrillator
These life-saving devices are found throughout the community
- Locations of Automated External Defibrillators (AED) More >>

Invest in Your Bone Health
‘Save’ today for a stronger tomorrow
- Calcium: What Is It?
- Sample Calcium-Rich Menu More >>

Is Vision Surgery for You?
Pros and cons of various procedures More >>

Is Weight-Loss Surgery for You?
It’s worth considering when other methods fail
- ‘I Feel Human Again’ - Ryan Hoffman
- ‘More Years With My Family’ - Diane Kindall More >>

Is Your Medication Safe?
Weigh the benefits and risks of prescription drugs with your doctor More >>

Keep Your Head in the Game
How to protect yourself and your children from concussions More >>

Make the Most of Your Doctor Visit
You have lots of questions and concerns More >>

Make the Most of Your Medications
Take, store and dispose of them the right way! More >>

Myths About Acne
Set the record straight on causes and treatment More >>

Myths About Sun Tanning
How up-to-date is your knowledge about tanning? “It is vital to know the facts on skin cancer, and share them with your family and friends,” says cancer surgeon and melanoma specialist Paul Mosca, M.D., of Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network. “It could save your life.” More >>

Obesity-Is It Your Fault?
Not entirely, researchers say. Inborn factors also are involved More >>

Ordering Prescription Drugs Online
Know the risks before looking for that bargain
• List of legitimate pharmacy Web sites
• Report fraudulent site More >>

Plants That Bite
If poison ivy had teeth, you’d at least feel the pain and know to treat the “wound” immediately. More >>

Preparing for a Hospital Visit
Lay the right groundwork beforehand More >>

Say No to Plantar Warts
Prevent these foot growths and you’ll save yourself pain
• About Warts and the Virus That Causes Them More >>

Secondhand Smoke and You
Your not-so-clean-air More >>

Secondhand Smoke in Your Home
It harms everyone and everything it touches

She Burns Calories, Not Cigarettes
Fusun Bubernack of Bethlehem, Pa., replaced smoking with healthier activities. More >>

Should You Be on a Cholesterol-Lowering Drug?
Statin medications offer strong benefits, few risks More >>

Should You Have a Blood-Sugar Test?
It’s key to detecting a dangerous condition called pre-diabetes More >>

Stand Up Straight!
Good posture makes you look and feel great More >>

Strategies for a Healthy Brain
Lifestyle may affect your risk for Alzheimer’s More >>

Sunscreen vs. Vitamin D—Is There a Conflict?
You know that too much sun can cause sunburn, wrinkling and skin cancer. You also know that vitamin D—vital for strong bones and overall health—is the “sunshine vitamin.” More >>

That Silver Smile
Children and adults can benefit from orthodontia More >>

The Anatomy of a Cigarette
When you dissect a smoke, here’s what you find More >>

The Big 3 for Strong Bones
Want to protect yourself against osteoporosis?
• National Osteoporosis Foundation
• Sample Calcium-Rich Menu More >>

The Facts About Bad Breath
Don’t ignore it—it can signal underlying health problems
- Brushing Up on Basic Tooth Care
- Do You Have Gum Disease?
More >>

The Facts About Gangs
Belonging to a group is key for many gang members
• Is Your Teen Abusing Drugs? More >>

The Powerful Vitamin B Family
Make sure you’re getting enough of these vital nutrients
- All About B Vitamins (and Where to Find Them) More >>

Time for a New Mattress?
Why a troublesome sleep spells trouble for your health
• All About Your Mattress More >>

To Your Health
Cough syrups, stroke treatment, research on cholesterol-lowering coffee, and more More >>

To Your Health
Pain Relief Without the Drugs
Infertility Increasing in Young Women
Are Kiddie Walkers Safe? More >>

To Your Health
#1 in Heart Surgery, Again
Leg Pain? Sciatica?
Vitamin E Update More >>

To Your Health
Nursing honor, radiation therapy More >>

To Your Health
Folic acid alert, weight-loss surgery, newborn care and more
- Healthy You Tip!
- Classes & Events More >>

To Your Health
Could Your Next Mammogram Detect a Future Heart Problem?
ATVs Are Not Toys More >>

To Your Health
The risk of Moonflower Seeds, antibiotics may trigger intestinal disease and the facts on Metamucil

To Your Health
Cystic Fibrosis, Cell Phones for Soldiers, Low Back Pain, Kidney Transplant More >>

To Your Health
New Insights on Colon Cancer
Health Risks for Shift Workers More >>

To Your Health
Gestational Diabetes and Childhood Obesity More >>

To Your Health
Young Women and Epilepsy, New Drug for Breast Cancer More >>

To Your Health
Hospital Again in ‘America’s Best’, A Green Hospital, Is Your Child Safely Seated?
• Is Your Child Safely Seated? More >>

Using the Emergency Room
Sometimes it’s where you need to be, but how can you be sure? More >>

Vitamin D: Are You Deficient?
Most people are, and it can be dangerous to your health
• Sources of Vitamin D
• Vitamin D Deficiency—The Latest Findings More >>

Wellness in the Workplace
Area businesses serve up a menu of healthy options for employees
- Employees Benefit in Many Ways from Workplace Wellness
- FitKidz class More >>

What a Pharmacist Can Do for You
Get to know that friendly person in the white coat. More >>

What Obesity Does to Your Health
There are serious physical and psychological effects More >>

What's Your Real Age?
You could be ‘younger’ or ‘older’ than you think—and lifestyle plays a major role More >>

When Your Body Overheats
Your body’s thermostat keeps you humming at about 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit year-round, even during the sizzling summer months. More >>

Why You Need a Colonoscopy
It’s not only the most accurate test for colon cancer, it also prevents the disease More >>

Women and Blood Pressure
As one local runner found out, this is truly a ‘vital statistic’ More >>

You and Your Medical Record
Did you ever wonder what’s in the medical record your doctor updates on each visit? More >>

Your Complex Ankle Joint
Ankles deserve special care to avoid injury and keep you active
- Ankle-Strengthening Exercises
- Buying Shoes for Weak Ankles More >>

Your Indoor Environment
Don’t let dry air, allergies or faulty home heating damage your health this winter More >>

‘Light’ Cigarettes Are Heavy on Your Health
Don’t be fooled! Switching isn’t better for you. More >>

‘Look Outs’ for Cookouts
Summer is the perfect time to fire up the barbecue grill for relaxed outdoor cooking. But don’t let your warm weather fun get in the way of safety. More >>