Stigma is discrimination based on fear, lack of knowledge or a need to blame others. Although no one is immune from the effects of COVID-19, a stigma still surrounds the virus, said Amber Olson, director of behavioral therapy services for…
A breastfeeding mom has a new set of needs when it comes to breastfeeding a baby—and as her partner and support, you can help fulfill some of those new needs and ease the transition. Be a learner. Learn all you…
Masks are one of the best ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But as any parent knows, it can be a challenge to get young children to leave on things they don’t want to wear—whether it’s mittens, socks or…
Proper nutrition is a huge part of recovery from any illness—and COVID-19 is no exception. Memorial Health System dietitians and Foods and Nutrition staff work together to ensure patients hospitalized with the virus get the nourishment they need to heal…
There have been rumors that COVID-19 cannot spread in the sun or heat, but is this true? Memorial Health System chief medical officer Dr. Rajesh Govindaiah says the claim is wrong. “While some viral illnesses like the flu act seasonally,…
Gym and fitness facilities in Illinois were closed for months, but they are now open for indoor use with restrictions. While you may be excited to hit the gym again, it is important to continue take precautions says Memorial Health…
Remote workers spend the majority of their time seated at a desk behind a computer screen. Although working from home does have some benefits, it also has some challenges. “Remote work requires creating a work-life balance just as office-based work…
Memorial Health System, along with other national, state and community organizations, is participating in an initiative to highlight the importance of advance care planning—National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD). NHDD exists to inspire, educate and empower the public and healthcare providers…
During the first few months of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, older people represented the majority of hospitalizations and deaths—leading some young adults to feel the virus couldn’t affect them. But that’s a dangerous attitude, says Memorial Health…
Teen obesity is becoming an epidemic. In the past 25 years, the number of teenagers who are considered overweight or obese has tripled. Dr. Ashish K. John, a pediatrician with Memorial Physician Services’ Koke Mill, said this can largely be…