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How to Stay Active in the Summer Months

Breaking a sweat on an already-hot summer day may not always be appealing, but there are many safe ways to keep fit in the heat—no matter your age or activity...

Mosquito- and Tick-borne Illnesses: What You Need to Know

For mosquitoes and ticks, summer means one thing: lots of bare human skin to bite. And with more bites come more opportunities for them to spread the illnesses they carry...

Strains, Pulls, and Tears: Preventing Summertime Injuries

Now that COVID-19 cases are waning and summer is here, it's time to play. But with increased activity comes the increased risk of injury. The following guide will help you...

Facts about Ultraviolet Rays and How to Protect Yourself

After spending so much time indoors during the past year, it probably feels like you've missed out on a lot of sunlight. And as summer kicks off, it's certainly tempting...

The Lowdown On Smoothies

Smoothies can be a refreshing go-to beverage, but if you’re not careful, it’s very easy to create a sugar and calorie-loaded drink.

Understanding the COVID Vaccine: How mRNA Immunizations Work

Are you vaccinated? That is the question on minds all across the nation. The latest figures show that the majority of U.S. adults have received at least one dose of...

What Are Pancreatic Cancer Symptoms?

Pancreatic cancer is the deadliest form of cancer, claiming the lives of 95 percent of those diagnosed with it within five years.. How do we detect this malicious form of...

STD Testing and How It Could Save Your Life

Nearly one in five people in the United States have an STD. Sexually transmitted diseases, STDs, are diseases passed from one person to another through sexual contact.

What Early Testicular Cancer Symptoms Should You Look For?

Testicular cancer usually shows up in young to middle-aged men, with an average age of 33, and one in every 250 males will develop it at some point in their...

June is Pride Month: Summit Health Shines a Light on Health and the LGBTQ+ Community

Every individual deserves to receive the best possible care so they can live a long, happy, and healthy life. However, it has been found that certain groups of people—including particular...