by Ray Sanford | Jan 15, 2016 | Aspire Hospital News, Department of Behavioral Health, Diets and Recipes, Helpful Tips or Information, Hospital Information, Nutrition, Uncategorized
The start of a new year is often the time for people to begin thinking about ways to improve their lives. A new year is a fresh start and provides the psychological boost needed to set and meet your goals. Many people would benefit by making a few changes to improve...
by Ray Sanford | Aug 24, 2015 | General Information, Helpful Tips or Information, Physical Therapy, Uncategorized
Physical Activity is Important Most people know physical activity, such as regular exercise, is important for weight loss and optimal health. What some people do not realize is being physically inactive is considered a risk factor for several illnesses and medical...
by Ray Sanford | Mar 6, 2015 | Helpful Tips or Information, Physical Therapy, Uncategorized
Plantar fasciitis is the condition most often responsible for pain in the heel of the foot. It affects about 10% of the population at some point in their lifetimes. What is it? The plantar fascia are the ligaments that connect the heel of the foot with the ball of...
by Ray Sanford | Feb 26, 2015 | Department of Sleep Diagnostics, Helpful Tips or Information, Uncategorized
A new study out of the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson, led by Dr. Sairam Parthasarathy and published in The American Journal of Medicine, indicates that persistent insomnia can result in higher inflammation and mortality rates. The subjects studied...
by Ray Sanford | Feb 19, 2015 | Acute Care, Drug Addiction, Helpful Tips or Information, Uncategorized
If you are of a certain age, you may remember a public service campaign that depicted a raw egg with the caption “This is your brain” followed by an egg frying in a pan with the caption “This is your brain on drugs.” While this was a rather powerful image, it did not...