CONWAY — On Saturday, May 17, at 9 a.m., runners and walkers will wend their way through the beautiful trails of North Conway’s Whitaker Woods at White Mountain Community Health Center’s fourth annual Whitaker Wander 5k.
At one time or another, everyone stresses about money, and you might be surprised to hear that no one is immune. Financial stress can affect every income level and age. Just imagine what it is like for a teenager trying to decide on whether to go to college and take on debt that has tripled …
In an era where health care is becoming increasingly patient-centered, home health care has emerged as a compassionate and practical approach to addressing both physical and mental well-being. Beyond the clinical setting, home health care fosters a nurturing environment that promotes recover…
In today’s non-stop world, many of us struggle with sleepless nights. Chronic insomnia has become an American epidemic, chipping away at our overall well-being, but I’ve seen firsthand how natural remedies and simple lifestyle hacks can help put the sleep back in our lives.
“Yet,the reason it can benefit all these radically different conditions is actually quite simple: The health of every organ and every cell in the body depends on the energy being produced by the mitochondria in those cells. Thus, because red/NIR light therapy work to enhance mitochondrial en…
It has been known for at least two decades that the two primary promoters of lower back pain are sedentary lifestyle and repetitive movements. Your body is an organic machine, so that means that lower backs typically do best with regular use, not too much and not too little, just like cars a…
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, affects an estimated one in three adults globally. This serious health issue can lead to life-threatening complications such as heart disease, strokes and kidney failure if not managed properly. Learning about hypertension and how to effec…
High cholesterol? High blood pressure? Pre-diabetes? Diabetes Type 2? Fatty liver and/or chronic kidney disease?
Integrative medicine is a holistic approach to health care that combines conventional medical practices with alternative therapies to promote optimal health and well-being.
We have all experienced injuries or illnesses which caused pain that became bothersome. Most times pain will run its normal course, be treated conservatively and will subside over time. Sometimes pain will linger and become chronic making performing daily tasks painful and difficult.
When thinking about health, many people focus on their heart, brain, or weight — but what about their eyes? Vision is something we often take for granted until problems arise.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a time to recognize the staggering reality that one in four women are survivors of sexual violence.
CONWAY — Home care is an essential service that allows individuals to receive medical and personal support in the comfort of their own homes, but many people are unsure about what home care truly involves.
As with so many other health conditions, early detection is the key to preserving brain health.
CONWAY — When a patient presenting with stroke symptoms arrives at MaineHealth Memorial Hospital's emergency department, time is of the essence. It could take hours to arrange for medical transport and get that patient to a tertiary care center like MaineHealth Maine Medical Center to see a …
Public invited to open house at VNHCH headquarters Nov. 8
Health is one of our most important assets, yet few individuals live as though that were true. Many are unaware of the many possibilities available for creating and achieving optimal health. They may take their health for granted and turn over the responsibility to others to take care of the…
Energy comes in many forms, physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. Some days our energy is high and we feel unstoppable; while other days may seem insurmountable.
Our spine is our center. It consists of 33 vertebrae, held together with ligaments, separated by spongy discs, supported by muscle and a fascial web, and classified into four distinct areas: cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacral. While injuries can happen everywhere in the spine, the cervica…
Fluency in the language of pain is key in healing chronic conditions.
We’ve had an iffy summer with more rain than sun, so we’re excited to see what fall brings. Fall also heralds the region’s fabulous fall foliage that attracts visitors from around the world. And aren’t we lucky to live right here where all that brilliant color surrounds us every day?
By William G. Nicoll, Ph.D., and Monica A. Nicoll, Ph.D.
By Debra Meader and Beth Hennessey
Marie L. Veselsky, R.D.
By Dr. Angelique Sawyer and Dr. Elizabeth Reese
With two new surgeons joining the Memorial Hospital Orthopedics and Sports Medicine practice, patients from the Mount Washington Valley have additional opportunities for advanced orthopedic care without having to travel long distances.
Sleep can be elusive, and in the past few years, it has become more so. Certainly, pain contributes to an inability to sleep soundly, and anxiety and stress can exacerbate that. But why don’t we just lie down, close our eyes and drift off for the night?
When clients come to see me for healing, health and wellness programs, I share with them that one of the most important things they can do for their health is to eat local organic foods.
Dry eye disease is a common and often chronic problem in many adults. Dry eyes can occur when tear production and tear drainage are not in balance. People with dry eyes either do not produce enough tears or their tears are of a poor quality:
CONWAY — When people think of “social workers” they may think of someone who provides talk therapy, who connects clients with community resources or who might help create a treatment plan.
More than three million births are recorded in the United States each year. Each birth often includes excited — and sometimes tired — new parents eager to move on from months of pregnancy to raising their new child.
Good health care is at the top of most seniors’ lists of important lifestyle considerations, and having an organized system that puts all of your medical records at your fingertips can reduce your stress and ensure that you can easily provide up-to-date information to your health-care provid…
Most people have at least one song that they can really relate to — one that triggers an emotional response. For me, one song is “Silent Night.”
Living here in the great northern parts of New Hampshire, we generally experience the plague of Black Flies in the spring and summer.
By Kathy Bennett, Special to The Conway Daily Sun
Medical acupuncture is the clinical discipline of acupuncture as practiced by a physician who is also trained and licensed in Western medicine. The medical acupuncture physician uniquely offers a comprehensive approach to health care that combines classic and modern forms of acupuncture with…
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that is acquired from the bite of an infected black-legged (deer) tick. Many people who become infected with Lyme disease do not recall a tick bite.
After March 31, Medicare annual and open enrollment periods are over. So if you want to sign up for Medicare or change plans, you need a special enrollment period to sign up. There are several of these that could be available to you.
There is a common misconception that yoga is another physical fitness program predominated by those who are flexible and stretchy. Yet, there is much more to the ancient practice of yoga than lengthening the muscles; yoga extends beyond the physical practice to the more subtle aspects of the…
In dealing with chronic disease we know that changing your lifestyle can have a huge impact. Improving your diet, exercising regularly, decreasing toxins, getting good sleep and keeping stress in check are all important to our health. Yet making lifestyle changes and consistently keeping up …
To begin with, we need to understand what a chakra is and the benefits of working with the chakras. Chakras are major centers of energy (power) within our subtle body. In fact, in yoga, we work with the traditional seven chakras or energy centers in our asanas and mindful movements practice.
When clients come to see me for healing, health and wellness programs, I share with them that one of the most important things they can do for their health is to eat local organic foods.
Maybe its time to get some work done with a holistic, instinctive approach ... for your body. The term ‘bodywork’ encompasses massage therapy and other forms of herbal and energy therapy. From Reiki to polarity, Thai bodywork, Qigong and meditation, bodywork will use certain strokes and move…
Hypnobreathwork is blowing minds with its effectiveness in profoundly improving people's mental well-being.
Good health care is at the top of most seniors’ lists of important lifestyle considerations, and having an organized system that puts all of your medical records at your fingertips can reduce your stress and ensure that you can easily provide up-to-date information to your health-care provid…
Does it hurt when you brush your teeth? Or maybe you have noticed bleeding when you floss or spit out after brushing? If this happens regularly, do not ignore it, as this could be an early sign of gum disease starting as gingivitis which can become periodontal disease, causing loss of bone a…
Find more joy, less stress through guided journaling
Fighting black flies with lemon eucalyptus oil
March is colon cancer awareness month and here at North Country Gastroenterology we take pride in our outstanding colon cancer screening efforts.
When it comes to senior care, being prepared in the case of an emergency is vital. During an emergency knowing who to contact and having immediate access to pertinent medical info can save the life of your loved one.
For about 14 years, I've been working with seniors and in those 14 years, I have learned a great deal about Baby Boomers and their parents: "The Greatest Generation."