Posts in December, 2015

Join Frederick Memorial Hospital and FMH Women’s Health Services for this free informational seminar discussing headaches, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options. Wednesday, January 6th, 2016 5:30-7:30p.m. Women’s Center at Crestwood ...

Now that the holiday party season is in full swing, you probably feel like you’re splurging everywhere you turn. Those more frequent splurges usually result in a few extra pounds this time of year, and if you’re trying to watch your ...

Cathie Duncan and Marj Bernstein have been friends for most of their adult lives. Both retired from Frederick County Public Schools, the two women are members of the Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ (ERUCC). Although they did not know one ...

Enjoy this delicious Indian inspired dish featuring chicken braised in Indian spices and finished with yogurt. What’s included? 2 Tbsp. Canola Oil 1 1/2 Cup Chopped Red Onion 2 Tbsp. Minced Garlic Cloves 1 Tbsp. Minced Ginger Root 2 Tbsp. ...

Enjoy this delicious salad featuring diced apples, grilled chicken, farro and cucumbers tossed with fresh herbs and olive oil. What’s included? 8 oz. Dry Farro 1 1/3 Cup Water 6 oz. Chicken Breast (skinless/boneless) 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil 5 oz. ...

According to the latest statistics from the American Heart Association, the battle against heart disease is a battle we are winning! An estimated 80% of heart disease in women is preventable, and more women are beating heart disease than ever before. ...

Cancer is a complex disease. Typically, the most effective course of treatment involves an individualized combination of three therapies, each handled by a different specialist.Medical oncologists specialize in treating cancer with chemotherapy ...

Every year, one in every three adults ages 65 or older falls. Two million of them are treated in Emergency Departments for fall-related injuries, including hip fractures and traumatic brain injuries. The long-term consequences of these injuries often ...

Heart attacks are the leading cause of death in the United States, taking 600,000 lives each year. Formerly associated with middle-aged and older men, heart disease is currently on the rise in women–most notably in post-menopausal women where ...

Strokes affect more people than many think. According to the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, someone suffers a stroke every 40 seconds and someone dies of a stroke every four minutes. It’s also the fifth leading cause of ...