There’s a reason they call it labor – childbirth is painful. But strategies to manage pain can ease discomfort. One question many first-time parents ponder is whether or not to use pain medication or to go through natural labor. Regardless…
A living donor is someone who chooses to give an organ, usually a kidney, to someone while they are alive. Becoming a living donor is an act of generosity and gives hope to many people who await a kidney transplant.…
Ingredients 1.5 cups Quinoa 1 can (15oz) black beans, rinsed 1 cup frozen mango chunks, thawed 2 scallions 1 red bell pepper 5 TB fresh lime juice (about 3 limes) 1/2 Jalapeno chili, seeds removed 3/4 tsp cumin 1 tsp…
You can stop panicking. Contrary to some media reports, a potentially deadly fungus isn’t going to infect you on your next visit to the hospital. More than 150 people in Illinois have been sickened by the fungal disease, known as…
Ingredients for salad 4 cups shredded carrots 1/2 cup packed chopped cilantro 3/4 cup coarsely chopped pistachios, no shells Ingredients for dressing 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground…
Fact: we are all going to die someday. National Healthcare Decision Day educates and motivates people and healthcare providers to talk about advance care planning. Advance care planning can include living wills, hospice and palliative care, treatment plans if diagnosed…
Ingredients 8 eggs – 4 eggs will be separated for egg whites only, 4 eggs with yolk and white Frozen shredded breakfast potatoes 2-3 oz Canadian bacon Sprinkle of shredded cheese Additional vegetables as desired 1/2 teaspoon olive oil 1/2…
Sometimes, when you feel awful, you just don’t have the energy to get yourself to the doctor’s office. Fortunately, there are virtual tools like MemorialNow that can provide a doctor’s opinion and relief. Meleah Berkowitz had fought off a sinus…
Three out of four car seats are improperly installed, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). For first-timers and even veteran parents, car seats can be an intimidating piece of safety equipment. But it doesn’t have to be…
Ingredients Vegetables available in your fridge or freezer 1 can of refried beans 1 Tbs. olive oil Sprinkle of salt and pepper Garlic powder to taste Shredded cheese of your choice 2 tortillas Salsa, sour cream, guacamole or other favorite…