August Is Psoriasis Awareness Month

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition which affects nearly 3 percent of the world’s population, and can impact all aspects of a sufferer’s life. To learn more, and to take a “wellness challenge,” visit www.psoriasis.org. Also contact our Dermatology department at...

Sunscreen, Sunscreen, Sunscreen . . .

All, General Health Tips

The use of sunscreen is paramount year round, but here’s one way to tell when that extra application is most needed . . . . . . if your shadow is shorter than your height, it’s sunburn time.

Friday Fun Facts!

Fun Health Facts, Uncategorized

1) The amount of carbon in the human body is enough to fill about 9,000 lead pencils; 2) The human body has less muscles in it than a caterpillar; 3) Human teeth are almost as hard as rocks!

Got Tomatoes?

All, Food Facts, General Health Tips

Fresh tomatoes are abundant in local gardens, and Dr. Arpine Saribekyan (Family Medicine, Palliative Care), offers some benefits to this wonderful vegetable: 1) Healthy skin (Beta-carotene helps protect skin from sun damage); 2) Strong bones (thanks to vitamin K and...

Wednesday Wisdom From Middletown Medical . . .

All, Weekly Quotes

“To enjoy the glow of good health, you must exercise.” — Gene Tunney