Her Story: Dr. Sheryl Kenan Randolph
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Motivating Stories from Local Women Every woman has a story to tell, and no two stories are alike. Meet the women who have persevered through challenges and tribulations and come out the other side stronger than ever. These unique individuals have seen their fair share of adversity but continue to inspire those around them with […]
Meet Our Models – Heather Hatfield, Ashley Graham, & Johanna Tate
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For Heather Hatfield, Ashley Graham, and Johnna Tate, sheer proximity is what first set their friendship in motion. The trio met after all moving into the same neighborhood, and with children around the same age, there was an instant bond. As the years have passed, their relationship has evolved from that of neighbors to that […]
Project Access
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For people in Southeast Tennessee who fall ill and have no health insurance and no place to turn to for treatment, Project Access can provide a second chance at life and health. Project Access is a nonprofit coordinated-care network of doctors, hospitals, healthcare providers, and community clinics that provides donated healthcare for residents in low-income […]
Ask the Doctor: Winter 2022
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Q. I’d like to have my teeth whitened, but I’m nervous because they’re already a bit sensitive to hot and cold. Is it safe for me to try whitening? A. Yes, it is perfectly safe to whiten healthy teeth, even ones that are temperature sensitive. The process is essentially allowing the teeth to temporarily dehydrate […]
Health in a Minute: Office Organization & Seasonal Depression
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Organize Your Way to a Better Workday There are clear benefits to organizing and decluttering your workspace. With fewer visual stimuli to distract your brain, you may be able to focus better and get work done more efficiently. There’s also the element of control – the more in control you feel over your environment and […]
Health in a Minute: Overstimulation & HPV Vaccine Facts
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Overloaded & Overwhelmed Overstimulation is the result of difficulty processing sensory input. It can happen to both children and adults, though it’s more common in people with conditions like anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and autism. Sensory information like sounds, smells, physical sensations (food textures or clothing tags), or lights and movements all compete for your brain’s […]
Health in a Minute: Healthy Rewards & Merry Meltdowns
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Ready, Set, Reward! It’s easy to reach for a snack or dessert as a reward for your child’s good behavior or accomplishment, but doing so may contribute to an unhealthy relationship with food. Food-based rewards send the message that they can rely on food to deal with their emotions, rather than view it as simply […]
Health in a Minute: Back Pain & High Blood Pressure
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Bend So You Don’t Break Whether it’s from an injury or just a normal aspect of aging, back pain can be difficult to deal with. Here are some tips to help you prevent this pesky problem: Stretch often, and especially before participating in a physical activity or chore like packing and moving, deep cleaning, or […]
Health in a Minute: Choosing Conditioner & Fall Yardwork Safety
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Choosing Conditioner for Your Hair Type While you do need both shampoo and conditioner to have healthy hair, they do different jobs, so leave those 2-in-1 shampoo and conditioners behind. You should choose your shampoo based on your scalp condition (dry vs. oily). Your conditioner restores the moisture that shampoo strips from your hair, so […]
Health in a Minute: Family Conversation Starters & Bento Boxes
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Talk to Me Fall can be an exhausting season as you establish new school and work routines, but it’s important to connect with your family – whether it’s over dinner, during the ride home from school, or on a walk around the neighborhood. Here are some fun questions to help get your family talking. If […]