Emotional Well-Being
Your Child’s Mental Health
A mentally healthy child can develop friendships, learn new things and do well in school. Early detection of issues can…
Self Harm — Cutting
Cutting (sometimes called self harm) is the act of purposely cutting yourself with a sharp object, such as a knife…
Spirituality and Health
Spirituality is the way you find meaning, hope, comfort, and inner peace in your life. Research shows a connection between…
Exercise and Fitness
Physical Activity: Creating a Family Plan
You can make physical activity easier for everyone by making it an event for the whole family at the gym,…
Why Exercise?
Exercise is powerful medicine. Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Exercise prevents health problems, builds strength, boosts…
Concussions in Kids
A concussion is what it’s called when the brain bounces around or twists inside the skull. Many typical accidents may…
Food and Nutrition
Meal Plans and How They Help
Meal plans are a great resource for eating healthy at any age.
Low-Calorie Diets
Eating fewer calories typically results in weight loss. If you add exercise, you may not need to lower your daily…
Nutrition Tips for Managing Diabetes
Your diet is one of the best ways to manage diabetes by helping you control the amount of sugar that…
Sex and Birth Control
Girls and Puberty
Puberty is a time of changes—both physical and emotional. Helping your daughter understand what’s happening and what to expect is…
Vasectomy: What to Expect
A vasectomy is a procedure that makes a man permanently unable to get a woman pregnant.
Birth Control Options
Many women want to do what they can to prevent pregnancy. Birth control (also called contraception) can help. Many types…
Staying Healthy
Meal Plans and How They Help
Meal plans are a great resource for eating healthy at any age.
COVID-19 (Coronavirus): Top 10 Tips From Your Family Doctor
Family doctors offer the top 10 ways to protect yourself and others from COVID-19.
Nourish Your Brain
A healthy brain is just as important as a healthy body. Many of the things you do to keep your…
