Thirteenth Annual Center for Cancer Care 5K Walk/Run raises record $65,000
More than 300 participants raised an event record $65,000 at the 13th Annual 5K Walk/Run to Benefit the Center for Cancer Care, which was held on Sept. 25. “The success of the Center for Cancer Care 5K Walk-Run demonstrates just how close our community is, and how committed we all are to caring for each other,” said Griffin Health President […]
Read MoreStart a New, Healthier Lifestyle with Griffin’s Wellness for Life Program
Griffin Health is helping individuals get a fresh perspective on well-being with a new session of its Wellness for Life program starting Aug. 17 in Oxford. Wellness for Life is a 12-week lifestyle change program designed to equip individuals who are ready to take ownership of their health with Lifestyle Medicine knowledge and skills. Lifestyle Medicine is a unique medical […]
Read MoreWhy the Holidays Are Not So Merry for Your Gut
The holidays are hard on our stomachs – from the Halloween candy to the turkey and gravy to one-too-many glasses of champagne. And while it’s fun at the time, we often pay for all the overeating not only with weight gain, but also bloated stomachs, heartburn, and gas. This year, break the holiday tradition of an upset stomach. Below are […]
Read MoreDiabetes Screening: Who Should Be Screened and How Often?
Who Should Be Screened for Diabetes? According to the American Diabetes Association, everyone should be screened for diabetes beginning at age 45, and then every three years after that. If you have multiple risk factors (e.g, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, overweight), talk to your doctor about screening at an earlier age and screening more frequently. What Does the Screening […]
Read MoreFood to Eat (and Avoid) to Manage Your Cholesterol
The term “you are what you eat” certainly holds true when it comes to your cholesterol levels. While it can be easy to eat your way to an alarmingly high cholesterol level, you can also eat your way to lower cholesterol levels too. Lowering your cholesterol levels by changing your eating habits is a simple two-pronged strategy: Add foods that […]
Read MoreFive Vaccine Myths and Facts
While a lot of conflicting data exists around vaccines, the US Centers for Disease Control and World Health Organization experts all agree they are a necessary part of creating and maintaining public health. Below we’ve outlined five key facts about vaccination, as well as some of the most common myths. If you have any questions about vaccinations or which ones […]
Read MoreFive Tips for Improving Social Wellness
These days, it seems the word “social” has come to mean jumping on a smartphone or computer to engage in social media as much as it does engaging in real human contact. Why is human contact important? Because depression, poor self esteem and even a shorter life span are just a few of the side effects of social “disconnection.” In […]
Read MoreFive Reasons Why You Should See Your Doctor Every Year
As your partners in health, we believe a yearly visit to your doctor is critical piece to maintaining and managing your health for the long-term. Our wellness exams at Griffin Faculty Physicians focus on the prevention of serious diseases, so you stay healthy, avoid or delay the onset of diseases, and take control of your health. Here are the top […]
Read MoreED And Testosterone – How Being Shy Can Spell Trouble
Don’t Be a Shy Guy When it comes to health, being shy or ashamed about sexual dysfunction can be a very dangerous risk factor. Some men would prefer to avoid speaking to a doctor about their sexual health. Yet, while difficult to discuss, impotence or erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a telltale symptom for serious health issues. ED is the […]
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