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Category: General Wellness

Nov 14, 2016

Antibiotic Crisis: Avoiding Overuse

Guest Columnist: Dr. Gretchen Welby, MHA, PharmD Dr. Welby received undergraduate degrees from Keystone College and Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science.  She received a Master's Degree in Health Administration from the University of Scranton and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Temple University.  She currently teaches in the Biology department at the University of […]

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Oct 31, 2016

Make this Veterans Day a Healthy One

Guest Columnist: Kristina Borham, MD1, TCMC  Kristina is from Oxford, Pennsylvania, located in Chester County in the southeastern part of the state. She attended West Chester University of Pennsylvania and graduated with a degree in Cell and Molecular Biology in 2015. Kristina is currently a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Air Force through the […]

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Oct 24, 2016

Learn how to keep moving during National Physical Therapy Month!

October is National Physical Therapy Month: Keep on Moving! October is National Physical Therapy Month. The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) would like the nation to recognize the positive role physical therapy plays in your health and wellness. We are passionate about what we do! No, we don’t save lives, but we do save lifestyles and […]

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Aug 15, 2016

Breastfeeding Benefits both Mom and Baby

TCMC Guest Author: Kathryn N Swatkowski, CNM TCMC Medical Guest Author: Kathryn N. Swatkowski, CNM has been a Certified Nurse Midwife for 20 years, taking care of women throughout their life-span from adolescence through menopause. She is a clinical instructor of obstetrics and gynecology at The Commonwealth Medical College. This column is a special feature […]

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Jun 20, 2016

Allergy Season is in Full Bloom

Allergy Season is in Full Bloom! Guest Author: Joel Laury, MD, is a assistant professor of medicine at The Commonwealth Medical College. Dr. Laury is board certified in allergy and immunology. He graduated from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in New York City and did his internship and residency in internal medicine at the […]

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Mar 14, 2016

Exercise to Improve Brain Health

New Research It is a well established fact in the medical literature that the benefits of regular exercise and physical activity are numerous, from reducing blood pressure to lowering the risk of falls. (SEE "LIST A" BELOW) However, a study recently published in the Journal of Physiology reports that aerobic exercise may improve brain health and […]

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Feb 8, 2016

Relax & Sleep Well: Part 2 of 2

Part 2 of 2 Last week this column discussed “The Top Ten Tips for Better Sleep.” One tip, relaxation, visualization and breathing techniques has great value as a natural sleep aid and warrants further discussion. Dozens of scientific studies have proven that relaxation is an effective treatment for insomnia. Relaxation techniques practiced during the day […]

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Feb 1, 2016

Sleep Well to Improve Your Memory: Part 1 of 2

PART I OF II It has been long known that sleep has a significant impact on health. In fact, sleep is third only to diet and exercise when it comes to health and wellness. Recent studies funded by the National Institute of Health (NIH) have found important information on sleep that may lead to new […]

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Jan 25, 2016

Top 10 Apps Recommended by Physicians

When computer technology was first applied to medicine, many were concerned that it would negatively impact the quality of patient-physician communication. While some may feel that technology has led to more distant interaction, others feel that it has contributed to more informed, involved and empowered patients. In a recent report released by the Joint Commission, […]

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Jan 18, 2016

Prepare For your Physician's Visit!

            Research shows, those who prepare in advance for their physician visits, have more satisfaction than those who just show up for their appointment. Moreover, for patients seeing multiple physicians, such as specialists, communication can be poor and your participation in the process can be invaluable.     Make a […]

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