Health

Individual testing for COVID-19 is still being brought to scale across the U.S., but environmental engineers are working to track outbreaks at a community level. Their laboratory? Our sewers.

Self-isolation is beneficial in stopping the spread of COVID-19, but for the millions working through mental health concerns, limited resources have only amplified the daily stress and fear that they already are feeling.

Flu season is just around the corner, but before you head in to get your shot, check out what’s new this year.

Over a year after breaking ground, the CHI St. Vincent Arkansas Neuroscience Institute recently held the grand opening of its newly constructed Research and Education Center in Sherwood.

We all know the importance of taking care of ourselves physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. But how do we find time for self-care?

Nearly four years after losing her boyfriend to a heroin overdose, Laura Monteverdi has turned that tragedy into triumph for thousands of others that have been impacted by addiction.

Have you ever experienced a feeling of chronic workplace stress that you struggled to manage? According to the World Health Organization, it is now an official medical diagnosis. Burnout now appears on the International Classification of Diseases, or ICD-11, under the category of problems associated with employment or unemployment.

Juggling multiple responsibilities is hard, and maintaining your mental health through it all is even harder. With so much on our plates, it’s easy to neglect ourselves and forget to set aside time to breathe. Here are some tips to implement self-care tactics into your everyday life.

The popularity of podcasts has boomed in recent years, and Arkansas Children’s recently adopted the trend with its “Live. Learn. & Play” podcast series.

Many in our society are focusing on making their lives greener. But for some, the concept seems so vast that it’s hard to understand the lingo.

Did you know pets are more likely than people to be overweight? A recent study found 60% of cats and 56% of dogs are obese – compared to a third of people.

An Arkansas neurosurgeon recently received one of the medical field’s most prestigious honors. CHI St. Vincent’s Dr. Ali Krisht, director of the Arkansas Neuroscience Institute, was named this year’s recipient of the Herbert Olivecrona Award for his contributions to the field of neurosurgery. The international award is also commonly referred to as the “Nobel Prize in Neurosurgery.”

After years of a sedentary lifestyle, I recently made the difficult decision to start working out. Having actively avoided physical fitness since high school, I had no idea where to begin.

About 50% of patients with chronic conditions sometimes fail to take their medication as prescribed. This can lead to higher rates of hospital admissions, poorer health outcomes and increased healthcare costs.

Increased skepticism surrounding vaccines has led to a resurgence in mumps outbreaks in recent years, and Arkansas Children’s Hospital (ACH) is leading the charge to prevent the epidemic from reaching our state.

A 2018 study by an Arizona State University research team found evidence that a modified diet can drastically transform the lives of people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The group, led by ASU professor James Adams, altered the diets of 67 children and adults with ASD and monitored their developments through a variety of tests over the course of a year.

We know that meal-prepping healthy foods is helpful for busy lifestyles, but it’s still overwhelming. Here’s what you’re doing wrong with meal prep: You’re trying to prep complete meals.

With American Heart Month in full swing, CHI St. Vincent has launched an online assessment tool to help people start taking control of their own heart health. The free test allows participants to gain access to their heart age, as well as a comprehensive breakdown of their potential heart-health risks.

Achieving optimum success while keeping office stress levels at a minimum is a difficult tightrope for employers to walk. As everyone seeks to improve workplace wellness in 2019, media company Well+Good recently released its predictions for what to expect this year.

Feb. 1 marks the beginning of American Heart Month, an annual reminder for people to take charge of their heart health. CHI St. Vincent, which has the largest and most diverse network of heart specialists in the state, continues to lead the growing efforts to improve heart health.

The arrival of winter weather brings a heightened risk of catching the common cold. The following measures can be taken to avoid contracting the dreaded virus:

American Heart Association’s revolutionary movement, Healthy for Good, inspires people to create lasting changes in their health and in their lives. Make 2019 the year to be “healthy for good,” with the following tips:

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is saying goodbye to the Obama administration’s school lunch and breakfast program in a move to serve meals more appealing to students.

As people strive for healthier lifestyles in this season of resolutions, 10 Fitness has a unique offer for businesses seeking a corporate wellness program. With 11 locations across the state, each with trainers and classes, 10 Fitness partners with companies to offer gym memberships as an employee benefit.

Many people journal to pass the time, relax or keep a log of their accomplishments, but did you know that it can benefit your mental and even physical health?

This new year, a healthier and happier you is just a tap or swipe away. There are countless apps designed to help users stick to their New Year’s resolutions:

For all the joy it brings, the holiday season can cause even the most committed diets to come to a halt. Here are a few tips to maintain a healthy lifestyle this holiday season:

With the season of giving right around the corner, the CHI St. Vincent Foundation offers unique opportunities to make a difference right here in Arkansas.

More than 300 Arkansans are waiting for an organ transplant. Arkansas Regional Organ Recovery Agency (ARORA) was established in 1987 as a nonprofit, independent organ procurement agency. Its mission is to facilitate providing organs and tissue for life-saving and life-enhancing transplantation.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a record number of deaths during the 2017-2018 flu season, with the death toll reaching more than 80,000 people in the United States alone.