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The Pros and Cons of Sodium

Sodium is a mineral that occurs naturally in some foods – but most of the time, it gets added to our diets through processed items...

Creating a Healthier You

Get Moving Once you’ve decided to commit to a new exercise routine or just healthier choices across the board, you don’t want to lose momentum....

Exploring Senior Living

Planning Ahead: Continuing Care  Arranging for retirement – and, more importantly, how you want to spend the latter years of your life – can be...

Curbing Holiday Cravings

More than any other time of the year, the holiday season awakens cravings. Whether it’s a unique flavor that’s perfect in the winter months or...

Calling in Back Up

A strong back is essential to ensuring good posture and supporting an active lifestyle, says Gregory Holt, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon with the Orthopaedic Center of...

Understanding Diabetes 

According to the American Diabetes Association, approximately 37.3 million Americans have diabetes and 1.4 million Americans are diagnosed every year. But if you’ve not had...

The Dynamics of Full-Body Health

The Brain Signs of Dementia  “Dementia is an umbrella term,” says Jason King, M.D., a neurologist with Ascension St. John in Bartlesville. “There exists an...

Managing Menopause

A conversation about menopause can bring up a variety of shared experiences, unique challenges and differing emotions, from extreme dread to great relief. It’s a...

Back Pain 101

Back pain is one of the most common reasons to seek medical care, says Santaram Vallurupalli, M.D., an OU Health orthopedic surgeon and assistant professor...

Skin Care at Every Age

A healthy skin care routine is essential at any age. To know how to best care for your skin – the largest organ of the...