Wellness

LiveSmart: Cholesterol – When is the Right Time to Start Screening?

February 3, 2016

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently issued a new recommendation that all kids should be screened for high cholesterol at their annual well-child visits -- not only those who might be at increased risk. The change ireflects concerns about the growing epidemic of obesity in children. [...]

LiveSmart: Poison Ingestion is an EMERGENCY

January 27, 2016

Parents, guardians, grandparents, and caregivers: Take a moment, right now, and add the Poison Control Center number (1-800-222-1222) as a contact in your smartphone. Having it readily available can save precious minutes in an emergency. [...]

LiveSmart: Teen Dating Violence — Know The Signs

January 20, 2016

Dating violence can happen anywhere to any teen in a romantic, dating, or sexual relationship. The time to discuss the issue with the teens in your life in before they start dating. [...]

LiveSmart: Stay Connected, Stay Informed with St. Peter’s MyHealth

January 13, 2016

Patients of St. Peter’s Health Partners can access MyHealth, a free, secure online patient portal that provids 24/7 online access to their health information from St. Peter’s Health Partners hospitals. [...]

LiveSmart: Prone Breast Radiation Therapy May Be Best for Some Patients

January 6, 2016

Some patients may be better served receiving radiation treatments in the prone position (lying face down) when they receive radiation to their breast tissue. [...]

LiveSmart: New Year’s Resolution – Kicking the Smoking Habit

December 30, 2015

Want a fresh start to the new year? Make a new year's resolution to quit smoking in 2016! The St. Mary's Center for Health Programs and Promotion offers education and support to help you quit successfully. [...]

LiveSmart: Resolving Family Conflicts During the Holidays

December 16, 2015

Carols tell us “there’s no place like home for the holidays,” but those holiday reunions and family traditions aren’t always joyous and stress-free for everyone. In fact, some people dread attending big family gatherings which can quickly turn merriment to misery. [...]