Osteoarthritis: Signs, Symptoms & When to Call Your Doctor
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people worldwide. This degenerative joint condition can significantly impact your quality of life, making normal, everyday activities challenging. Understanding the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis and knowing when to seek medical care can help you manage this condition effectively. What Is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis occurs […]
Thanksgiving Travel – Safety Tips for Your Holiday Travel
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, people are getting ready for quality family time, delicious meals, and for many, a road trip or flight to get there. With the holiday season, there is typically an increase in travelers on the road and in airports, which can cause stress and potential safety hazards. To help you […]
Diabetes Month – Common Symptoms of Diabetes
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about one of the most chronic health conditions that affects millions of people around the world. There are two main forms, Type 1 and Type 2, each with its own set of risk factors and challenges. When left unmanaged, diabetes can lead to serious health […]
How to Help Someone Who’s Been Diagnosed with Breast Cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the impact breast cancer has on the lives of those diagnosed, both physically and emotionally, and how to offer support. A breast cancer diagnosis is overwhelming and scary, and knowing how to offer support to those affected is crucial. If someone close to […]
At-Home Remedies for the Common Cold
As the seasons change, kids head back to school and the temperatures begin to drop, the common cold often makes an unwelcome reappearance. Body aches, fever, chills, nasal congestion and a cough are all symptoms of the common cold. While there is no way to cure it, there are plenty of effective at-home remedies that […]
Pain Awareness Month – 5 Signs It’s Time to See a Doctor About Your Chronic Pain
Chronic pain affects millions of people worldwide. While pain can sometimes be managed at home, it is crucial to recognize when it’s time to seek professional help. During Pain Awareness Month, Southwoods Health highlights 5 signs it’s time to see a doctor about your chronic pain. 1. Pain Persists for Over Three Months Chronic pain […]
Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Services Offered at Two Convenient Locations
Southwoods is proud to announce Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Services are now available in Boardman and Youngstown. These services currently include physical and occupational therapies provided by board-certified therapists. The Boardman location is on Southwoods’ Main Campus at 250 DeBartolo Place, Suite 1100. The Youngstown location is 1335 Belmont Avenue. “We are excited to bring […]
Tips to Reduce Back-to-School Stress for the Whole Family
As summer winds down and back to school approaches, kids and parents will feel a mix of excitement and stress as they get ready for the new school year. Whether your child is starting kindergarten or heading back for another year of high school, the start of the year often means stricter routines, new responsibilities […]
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 […]
UV Safety Month – Sun Safety for the Whole Family
July is UV Safety month, a time to focus on the importance of protecting your skin from ultraviolet (UV) radiation that comes from the sun. UV rays can cause many issues like skin damage, eye problems and increase the risk of skin cancer. Here at Southwoods Health, we are committed to promoting healthy habits for […]
