General Wellness

n-laws. Busy schedules. Money challenges. Kids. If your marriage or significant relationship is feeling more frayed or frantic than romantic, it is healthy to recognize that all relationships go through slumps and trials. Noticing the issue is the first step and taking the time and care to address it is the next.
Whether you are struggling to reconnect post-kids or feel like the spark has dwindled lately, these ideas can help bolster your relationship.

How do I update my medicine cabinet?

“This is a great question, since outdated drugs can be a danger to you and others in your family,” said Dr. Amy Hammers. “Rather than waiting until January for a fresh start, there is no time like the present to clean out and update your medicine cabinet. It will give you a fresh start for the new year and for your overall health and wellness.”

Are you as excited for season 2 of “The Crown” as we are? This award-winning Netflix series, starting Claire Foy as Queen Elizabeth II, turns history and biography into true must-see drama. With outstanding acting and directing and insight into royal relations, the first season followed the Queen into office and marriage and highlighted the challenges of family life and royal duties. The full series is intended to last 60 episodes over six seasons.

On the whole, we are living longer, with average life expectancy hovering just below 80 years for people born in the United States in 2015, according to the Centers for Disease Control. By the year 2050, there were be more than 2 billion people in the world who are age 60 or older, according to an economic and social affairs report from the United Nations. However, living longer does not always mean living better.

All women know that having a period can be unpleasant. Imagine having to experience that time of the month without reliable access to pads and tampons, clean underwear or safe bathrooms – resources many of us take for granted. That is unfortunately the reality for women experiencing homelessness or who are displaced from their homes due to domestic violence. During the month of Thanksgiving, Clinic Sofia is hoping that those of us who have a lot to be thankful for can come together to give to the women who need it most.

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, we want to encourage you to make breast health a priority all year long. Early detection is key in fighting breast cancer, which is why we asked Dr. Deb Krahl to weigh in on some of patients’ most common questions when it comes to their breasts.