Pain Awareness Month: How Chronic Pain Affects Your Well-Being
September is Pain Awareness Month — a time to educate, advocate and support the millions of individuals living with chronic pain. While it’s normal to experience occasional aches and pains, chronic pain is different. By definition, chronic pain is a persistent condition that lasts 12 weeks or longer, often continuing even after an initial injury […]
National Immunization Awareness Month – Get Ready for Back-to-School & Flu Season
It’s hard to believe the end of summer is near, and in just a few weeks kids will be getting ready to start another school year. Not only is August when kids get ready to go back to school, it is also National Immunization Awareness Month, a time to spread awareness and educate on the […]
Orthopaedics: When to See an Orthopaedic Specialist
Whether you twisted your ankle during a weekend pickleball game or have been living with chronic back pain for months, it can be hard to know when it’s time to see an orthopaedic specialist. At Southwoods Health, our orthopaedic surgeons are experts in diagnosing and treating conditions that affect your bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and […]
Back to School: Avoiding Germs This School Year
As summer winds down and students and teachers return to the classroom, increased contact often leads to a surge in germs and a rise in seasonal illnesses. With classrooms full of shared supplies, group activities and close contact, back to school season is prime time for colds, flu and other common viruses At Southwoods Health, […]
GLP-1 101: Weight Loss Drugs Benefits & Risks
Weight loss medications have come a long way over the years, with GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro leading the conversation. Originally developed for managing type 2 diabetes, these medications have been gaining widespread attention for their effectiveness in helping people lose weight. At Southwoods Health, we want to help you make informed […]
Fun Fourth of July Activities for the Whole Family
The Fourth of July is the perfect time to come together as a family, celebrate our nation’s independence and create cherished summer memories. Whether you’re planning to relax at home or venture out and explore, there are plenty of activities to enjoy this holiday. From dazzling firework displays to outdoor movie nights under the stars, […]
Tips to Stay Hydrated During the Summer Months
As the temperatures start to rise and summer activities begin, staying hydrated becomes more important than ever. Dehydration can come on quickly, especially when spending more time than usual outside in the heat and sun. This can lead to fatigue, headaches, dizziness or more serious issues like heat exhaustion. Whether your summer agenda consists of […]
Southwoods Health Earns National Recognition for Hospital Cleanliness
Boardman, Ohio (June 3, 2025) — Southwoods Health is proud to announce The Surgical Hospital at Southwoods has received a 5-star rating for hospital cleanliness from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This prestigious distinction places Southwoods among the cleanest hospitals in the nation, according to a recent report by Becker’s Hospital Review. The […]
Family Safety Tips: Keeping Everyone Healthy This Summer
Whether you’re hitting the beach, taking a road trip or simply enjoying the sunshine in your own backyard, summer is the perfect time for enjoying family fun. With the warmer temperatures and increased outdoor activity that summer brings, it’s also a time when health and safety should be top of mind. At Southwoods Health, we […]
Southwoods Earns Major Accreditation
If you’re considering embarking on a weight loss journey or are thinking of using surgical means to accomplish it, you don’t need to look further than Mahoning County. The Southwoods Center for Comprehensive Weight Management and Bariatric Surgery in Boardman has earned accreditation for its Bariatric Surgery Program and is now the only accredited bariatric […]
