December 13, 2018
It's that time of year to gather friends and family around the holiday table! With celebrations, visits, and lots on your "to-do" list, let us take the worry out of finding healthy meal options. Here are five of our favorite delicious and nutritious recipes that everyone will love! Low Fat Eggnog Total 20 min Prep 20 min Yield 6 servings Level Easy Ingredients 2 cups nonfat milk 2 large strips orange and/or lemon zest 1 vanilla bean 2 large eggs plus 1 egg yolk 1/3 cup sugar 1 teaspoon cornstarch Freshly grated nutmeg, for garnish Directions Combine 1 1/2 cups milk and the citrus zest in a... Continue Reading
December 11, 2018
A thinner waistline, kicking your smoking habit, or taking up that hobby you've always wanted – when the clock strikes midnight to ring in 2019, millions of Americans will make promises to improve their lives. We may have lofty ideals of the changes we'd like to make for the New Year, but actually keeping those resolutions is more difficult. In fact, Forbes estimates that only 8% of people stay true to their New Year's Resolutions. Want to join the ranks of those with stellar willpower and determination? We'll show you how! Start Small to Achieve Big The most common way to derail your success... Continue Reading
December 6, 2018
Health is the gift that keeps on giving! Simplify your holiday shopping list with these healthy holiday gift ideas. Feel good about giving presents that have a positive impact. Happy shopping! Tastes Great Hydration Need a taste boost to fulfill a daily water intake goal? Try a fruit infuser water bottle! These water bottles come with a cylinder fruit holder. Put your favorite fresh fruit inside and let it infuse your bland water with delicious flavor. Prices vary but start around $10.00. What a bargain! Keep the Kids Moving! Winter weather can put a damper on outdoor activities for kids. Don... Continue Reading
December 4, 2018
The transition of seasons is a welcome change for many. However, for some, the seasonal changes can trigger a challenging condition called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). For those that experience this disorder, the symptoms can be troublesome and even dangerous. Women and young adults are at heightened risk for SAD, and symptoms may increase from mild to severe over the course of the condition. So, how can you tell if you're suffering from SAD and what can you do to treat it? Keep reading to find out! What is SAD? Seasonal Affective Disorder is a form of depression that's linked to the... Continue Reading
November 29, 2018
Augusta Health's most recent Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) identified the top health needs of the Staunton, Augusta County, and Waynesboro (SAW) and provides what some may consider surprising results about the mental health of local residents. Findings show that 21.8% of SAW adults have experienced symptoms of chronic depression. However, only 14.9% are currently taking medication or receiving treatment from a doctor or other healthcare professional for some type of mental health condition. Between 2012-2014 there was an annual average age-adjusted suicide rate of 18.9 deaths per... Continue Reading
November 28, 2018
Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects the way a body regulates glucose, or blood sugar. Everyone needs glucose to feed the cells in their bodies, and glucose needs insulin to enter the cells. There are two different types of diabetes, though. Type 1 Diabetes is when the body doesn't produce insulin at all. Most with Type 1 Diabetes are diagnosed as children. Type 2 Diabetes is when the body doesn't use the insulin it produces properly. It's been thought of as a condition that comes as we age. Sadly, in recent years, Type 2 Diabetes has become a disease of all ages. According to the... Continue Reading
November 27, 2018
The AMI Farm at Augusta Health is a partnership between Allegheny Mountain Institute and Augusta Health to improve the well-being of Staunton, Augusta County and Waynesboro residents through increased knowledge about and access to healthy foods. Through a sustainable production farm, a broad curriculum of nutrition education programming, and future plans for a demonstration garden the AMI Farm at Augusta Health is actively working to change health through healthy eating. Two specific uses of the produce harvested from the Farm are the Food Farmacy Program, a unique nutrition education program... Continue Reading
November 26, 2018
Hospitals the world over are places to heal the sick and care for the injured. Most hospitals also work to help manage chronic diseases and keep people healthy. Community hospitals often take it one step further by working to care for and prevent illness for all in the community, including the most vulnerable populations—those without insurance, those without homes, young children, older adults and perhaps just those who feel they are alone. Projects and programs that insure Augusta Health is keeping the Community in Community Hospital. Health Needs Areas of Opportunity Augusta County,... Continue Reading
November 13, 2018
We think of celebrities in their iconic roles as film stars, business leaders, government officials, and musicians. When faced with a medical diagnosis, they also help bring needed awareness to misunderstood diseases. Celebrities like Steve Jobs, Patrick Swayze, and Supreme Court Judge Ruth Bader Ginsberg have helped shine a spotlight on pancreatic cancer. They are also among the ranks of the nearly 54,000 people that receive a pancreatic cancer diagnosis each year. While progress is being made to educate the public about pancreatic cancer, it remains one of the most feared forms of cancer... Continue Reading
November 1, 2018
The American Cancer Society's estimates 234,030 people will be diagnosed with lung cancer in 2018. In fact, lung cancer is the second most common cancer in both men and women. Sadly, lung cancer claims the lives of more people than colon, breast, and prostate cancer combined. These statistics are staggering. However, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk of lung cancer. What the Numbers Tell Us To better understand your risk factors, here are the numbers you should be aware of: Lung cancer mainly occurs in people over 65 years old The average age of lung cancer diagnosis is 70... Continue Reading
