Here ’ s to your Good Health : Unlocking the Secrets of Longevity
Steve Cornelius Regional Editor
Welcome to Richmond Register ’ s Good Health magazine , where we embark on a journey to nurture the mind , body , and soul . In a world brimming with wellness possibilities , join us as we explore the latest in holistic approaches , expert advice , and inspiring stories to empower you on your quest for vitality and longevity .
Good health is one of the most important things in life . Without good health , all other parts of our lives will be meaningless . Therefore , it is vitally important to do everything you can to live a healthy lifestyle and trust in the great medical community around us .
First off , Madison County residents are truly blessed with two great hospital facilities – Baptist Health Richmond and Saint Joseph Berea .
Saint Joseph Berea is embracing the latest technology for over better medical care . While caregivers provide that connection to humankindness , the hospital also recognizes that innovation in health care is often driven by technology .
Over the next few months , Saint Joseph Berea will be adding new technology upgrades including 3D mammography and a nuclear medicine camera . It recently added a widerbore MRI system .
Kari DuBosque , MD , psychiatrist at Baptist Health Richmond , talks about the difference between anxiety and depression . What is known as mood disorders or affective disorders are mental health conditions where a person feels sad or worried much of the time or fluctuates between periods of intense sadness and intense happiness . Depression and anxiety fall into this category .
Baptist Health Richmond Dr . DuBosque gives details symptoms of major depression and anxiety disorder .
Register journalist Spencer Mahon conducted an exclusive interview with the good folks at Hospice Care Plus . Advanced care planning is usually thought of when people get older , but is applicable to any age , Brenna Wallhauser of Hospice Care Plus explained .
Wallhauser also stated that Hospice Care Plus offers free education on advanced care planning . They provide the five wishes document and keep an inventory that they give out for free . Other things they do along with the education they do online and providing the five wishes document include speaking about advance directives with people .
Kentucky Health News looks into how Medicare ’ s push to improve Chronic Care attracts businesses , but not many doctors . At least two-thirds of Medicare enrollees have two
or more chronic health conditions , federal data shows . That makes them eligible for a federal program that , since 2015 , has rewarded doctors for doing more to manage their health outside office visits .
In a StatePoint feature , pediatricians are helping teens quit vaping and smoking . Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable death and disease in the United States and it almost always begins during adolescence . According to leading medical advocates , pediatricians have a role to play in getting kids to quit vaping electronic cigarettes and using other tobacco products .
Getting a good night ’ s rest not only improves your mood the next day , but it is good for your health . The National Institutes of Health says good sleep improves brain performance and mood , and helps reduce the risk of many diseases and disorders , including heart disease and obesity . In fact , sleep is as important for good health as diet and exercise . Too often people do not get enough sleep or poor quality sleep .
Working out is always a good step for a healthier lifestyle , but know what to eat – or what not to eat – before a workout is essential . Each person approaches exercise in their own unique way . Some can ’ t wait to get to the gym every day , while others exhibit significantly less enthusiasm about exercise . Some medical professionals say the best approach to exercise is the one that inspires a consistent commitment to physical activity , but various factors , including food , merit consideration when designing a workout routine .
Walking is one of the best ways to keep health , and it can be enjoyed by people of all ages . A walk is not just good for your body , it ’ s also good for your soul . Physical activity , like walking , is one of the best ways to reduce stress and boost your mood .
And if you plan to walk your way to better health , StatePoint explains how healthy feet and ankles can make it a more enjoyable experience . They will give you tips on how to protect your feet and ankles form the most common seasonal hazards .
StatePoint points out how a pneumococcal pneumonia vaccination could save your life . Pneumococcal pneumonia is a potentially serious bacterial lung disease that can disrupt a person ’ s life for weeks . When severe , it can result in hospitalization and even be life threatening .
Other features are included in this Good Health magazine are : ‘ Accessing high-quality health care ’, ‘ Protecting your kidneys and your family ’, ‘ City of Berea congratulates Saint Joseph Berea for Excellence Awards ’, and ‘ Keep moving for better health ’.
We hope you will enjoy reading Richmond Register ’ s Good Health magazine . But most importantly , we hope that some of this information can benefit you and help you on your journey to a healthier lifestyle .
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