If you’ve been struggling to get a good night’s sleep, you’re not alone. A survey from Consumer Reports found 164 million Americans have consistent issues with sleep, from trouble falling or staying asleep to disordered sleep from a medical condition. “Adults…
6 reasons to use myGeisinger
MyGeisinger gives you convenient access to your Geisinger medical record, allowing you to schedule appointments, message your care team, view your lab and test results, and more. If you haven’t already created a myGeisinger account, here’s six reasons you should consider…
Here’s how you can prevent work injuries
It’s not a secret that workers in certain occupations are more likely to get injured at work than others. But you don’t need to be digging ditches to have a workplace injury. In fact, people who spend their workday hunched…
Colon and rectal cancers are on the rise in young adults
About 90 percent of people diagnosed are age 50 and older, so it may be hard to believe that cases of colorectal cancer are on the rise among young and middle-aged adults – but they are, and at an alarming…
Overuse injuries can affect your kid’s game — today and tomorrow.
by Michael Suk, MD, JD Chair of the Geisinger Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Tournaments and championships are inspiring — young athletes at the top of their game, representing their home teams. Think of the dedication it took to get there….
Back to school health checklist for kids
After the long summer break from school, is your child ready to get back into the classroom? Whether they’re starting at a new school or a new grade level, it can be stressful for children to return to the schedule…
8 ways to improve your mental health
Do you ever feel anxious, a little sad, drained or stressed out? You aren’t alone. In fact, mental health issues affect everyone at some point in their life. The good news is, you can make some changes to help improve…
Embarrassing questions after hip replacement surgery
You’ve just had hip replacement surgery — congratulations! You’re well on your way to a more active tomorrow. But did you forget to ask a few burning questions at your last appointment? Not to worry — we asked Dr. Michael…
Maskne: The struggle is real
Yep, you read that right — maskne, or acne caused by wearing a mask. If you’re not dealing with it (lucky you), you probably know someone experiencing skin irritation and pesky pimples from wearing a face mask. Dr. Christine Cabell,…
What to expect at your first colonoscopy
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the U.S., but those diagnosed have a 90% survival rate when it’s detected early. With one in three adults over the age of 50 passing on the recommended tests for colon…