The most common New Year’s resolution in Tennessee is dieting to lose weight, according to Vitagene, a health blog. However, a common question is “how do I successfully lose weight?” The answer is pretty simple. By keeping a record of everything you eat, you are becoming aware of what and how much you eat. A study conducted… Read More
In the early months of each year, volunteers at the Memphis Crisis Center brace for what they know will come. Once the holidays are over and winter sets in, call volume will go up. The area’s free, 24/7 crisis intervention hotline for almost 50 years, is looking for committed volunteers to answer those calls.
Under the direction of David Stern, MD, formerly Robert Kaplan Executive Dean of the College of Medicine, UTHSC has been at the forefront of addiction medicine. Dr. Stern, who is now the vice chancellor for Health Affairs for Statewide Initiatives at UTHSC, led the launch of the UTHSC Center for Addiction Science, which combines evidence-based… Read More
As an audiologist, I frequently have conversations with patients about symptoms of dizziness, imbalance, and vertigo. I typically begin the conversation by asking them to describe their dizziness. Often I hear, “well, I am X years old, so it’s normal be dizzy” or “isn’t it normal to have a little dizziness at my age?” The… Read More
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, which is committed to addressing the health care needs of the local community, the state and beyond, has announced the opening of a new center for bleeding disorders. UTHSC also announced it is leading a coalition of primary care providers in the Mid-South to help African-American adults diagnosed… Read More
We all occasionally cough when drinking too fast, talking while eating, or when that random bite “goes down the wrong way.” But for some people, swallowing problems can result in more than just a cough. Abnormal swallowing can be chronic, sometimes painful or embarrassing, and potentially life-threatening. But, there are things you can do to… Read More
If you’ve resolved to adopt better eating habits in 2017, here’s some advice: Eat on a regular schedule, and don’t skip meals. This helps keep you satiated and prevents unnecessary grazing. Eating regular meals is also a key strategy in successful weight loss and weight maintenance efforts. Those dealing with medical issues, like diabetes, pre-diabetes or… Read More
