Diabetes may be one of the most difficult to understand chronic diseases in the world with many people unsure even what diabetes is, let alone how to keep their cool and manage it. Over 38 million Americans suffer from diabetes with 1.2 million diagnosed each year. In 2023, 11.6 percent of Americans had the illness and 97.6 million more were …
Bayhealth has many health and wellness programs planned for the month of September, ranging from exercise to better breathing and more. The month kicks off with “Walk with a Doc” on Sunday, September 1 starting at 11 AM at Brecknock County Park, located at 80 Old Camden Road in Camden. The program is designed to encourage the community to get …
No one wants to get bit by a tick. The uptick in tick presence on Delmarva should not stop you from enjoying our beautiful state this summer. With over 700 reported Lyme disease cases in Delaware last year, we hope to help you and your family stay safer this summer. Ticks carry bacteria, viruses, and parasites to steer clear of. …
Significant weight loss can reduce the risk of certain types of cancer, depression, gallstones, heart disease, high blood pressure and many other chronic illnesses, according to Bayhealth’s Bariatric Program. The program offered at both the Bayhealth Sussex and Bayhealth Kent Campus are accredited under the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. A conversation …
In partnership with the Delaware Academy of Medicine and Delaware Public Health Education, Bayhealth will offer Delaware Mini- Medical School, a free, six-week series designed for middle, junior, high and undergraduate students who want a deeper understanding of the world of medicine. All classes are offered via an online classroom and parents are encouraged to attend with their children. During …
As part of its outreach to create a healthier community, the Bayhealth Community Wellness Program will be out and about in the Milford area in August. The program is designed for those who want to live a healthier life. On August 21, they travel to Slaughter Neck Community Center at 22942 Slaughter Neck Road in Lincoln from 9 AM to …
Bayhealth Family Nurse Practitioner Nicole Steinberg, FNP-C, says that although vacations can be exciting and enriching, it is important to take steps to remain healthy before, during and after your trip. “Before you go, research your destinations,” Steinberg said. “Be sure you understand potential risks as well as local customs and laws. There are areas that are not safe for …
Although the summer months are a time for many to slow down, for others it can seem like an endless cycle of things to do. Preparing for vacations, shuttling kids who are not on school from one activity to another, summer barbecues or family gatherings can all lead to stress. Managing stress levels is critical to health, according to Angela …
Each day, 17 people in the United States die while waiting for a life-saving organ transplant. Bayhealth is pleased to join Gift of Life Donor Program to promote organ and tissue donation. Gift of Life is encouraging individuals to register to become an organ, tissue and cornea donor, which is as easy as visiting donors1.org. “Transplantation is one of the …
With the Memorial Day holiday, the summer season kicks off in Delaware with many locals and visitors heading to the pool or the beach. Although the beach or a pool is a great place to enjoy time with family and friends, there are things to remember to keep you and your family safe, according to Bryan Villar, MD with Bayhealth …
