Bariatric Surgery – An Effective Tool for Weight Loss

Weight loss surgery is a commitment to your body and to your health. Don’t be embarrassed to take the first step because it’s a tool to help you get where you need to be.

A Time for Change! Helpful Reminders for New Year Resolutions

The New Year brings changes, and unfortunately some are out of our control. However, what about those changes that we can control?

Heart Health Around the Holidays

Dr. Morris Kelley, CHI St. Vincent Heart Institute cardiologist, discusses how overindulging in holiday festivities and the pressures of the season can increase the stress on your heart.

Be Mindful of Your Heart Over the Holidays

Dr. Morris Kelley, CHI St Vincent Heart Institute cardiologist, discusses how the stress of the holidays can lead to potential heart attacks.

Stretching Options for the Office

Sitting at a desk all day long can easily lead to stiff muscles and joints, which are susceptible to injuries. But Central Arkansas Rehab Manager Dejuan Daniel says there are many ways to keep yourself strong and flexible, even in a small office setting.

From symptoms to CPR: Sudden Cardiac Arrest 101

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is the medical term for the sudden loss of heart function. It’s different from a heart attack and often occurs without warning.

How to Turn Holiday Stress into Holiday Cheer

If you are experiencing holiday stress, you are not alone! We cannot always predict when negative stress might present itself. The good thing is that holiday stress is very predictable.

Emergency Services Director Shares Current RSV, Flu and COVID-19 Trends

Coughing and sneezing - it's the sound of the holiday season. During fall and winter months, we see an uptick in viruses, and this year is no different.

CHI St. Vincent Coworker Shares Her Heart Health Testimonial

A CHI St. Vincent shares her heart health testimony including how she almost put her life in danger by pushing aside her symptoms.

Preventing Diabetes Health Problems

Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. Diabetes can damage the eyes, kidneys, nerves, and heart, and it is linked to some types of cancer.

Surgical Relief for Neck and Spine

For many back problems involving just one pinched nerve or one bulging disk in the spine, we offer a minimally invasive surgery that will allow for a short hospital stay, fast recovery, and quick return to work and life.

Give thanks!

Can showing gratitude actually help in reducing our stress? It turns out, by being appreciative, we can actually decrease our cortisol level (stress hormone) which in turn decreases our stress.

The Importance of Annual Mammograms

Symptoms of breast cancer are different for each person, and in some cases, even invisible or nonexistent. That's why mammograms are so important!

5 Truths Everyone Should Know About Breast Cancer

Here are the five truths every woman should know about breast cancer.

The Advantages of 3D Mammograms

3D mammography allows doctors to detect breast cancer early, which can lead to better outcomes for the patient.

Symptoms of peripheral artery disease (PAD)

Many people have a condition called peripheral artery disease (PAD) and they don’t even know it.

4 Surprising Facts to Slow Down Aging and Boost Brain Health

Our minds and bodies inevitably change with age. Though reversing the aging process is currently impossible, taking care of your physical health can help slow the process.

From Symptoms to Screening: A Deep Dive into Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer isn’t a single disease–it’s a group of diseases originating in the ovaries. Ovarian cancer is unique, complex, and often misunderstood. Its symptoms can be vague, making detection challenging.

What Patients Can Expect with Weight Loss Surgery

Dr. Brandon Ingram, Bariatric, General Surgeon, explains what a patient can expect with weight loss surgery.

The Importance of Pediatric Wellness Visits

Establishing a relationship with a pediatrician is one of the best things you can do to keep your child healthy, from birth through the teenage years.