More than a sports physical: why athletes benefit from a primary care doctor who knows sports

FOR FOOTBALL PLAYERS, staying healthy means more than treating an injury when something hurts.From annual physicals and illness to nutrition, sleep, mental wellness and injury prevention, young athletes need care that looks at the whole person.That’s where having a primary care provider with sports...

Gardening and mental health

GARDENING AND STRONG MENTAL HEALTH SEEMINGLY GO HAND-IN-HAND.A study published in 2018 in the journal Clinical Medicine found that exposure to plants and green space and particularly to gardening, is beneficial to both physical and mental health.

Are you ready for fall?

Consider apple picking, warm, cozy pumpkin coffee drinks, and crisp evenings as fall approaches. Fall may bring challenges like getting ready for the holiday season, back-to-school routines, and debating whether to wear a sweatshirt or a tank top until winter creeps in.

A runner’s guide to air quality

IN THE EARLY MORNING ON THURSDAY, JULY 16 2026, THE MIDWEST WOKE UP TO A HAZE OF SMOKE.On July 16, according to The Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre, there were 857 fires actively burning in Canada and 23 new fires burning.

Did you know?

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative illness that can affect movement and cognition.Johns Hopkins Medicine says the average age of PD onset is 60. Folk and Latin music singer Linda Ronstadt, for example, was diagnosed with PD at the age of 67.

Wellness Month

Tips for getting the most from your medical visitPrep Work•Prioritize. Write down the concerns or symptoms you want to discuss, in order of importance, to ensure your most pressing concerns are addressed first.• Track symptoms.

Did you know?

According to the National Institutes of Health, the average older adult takes approximately four prescription medications every day, with 40 percent of adults age 65 and older taking five daily medications.