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As soccer playing becomes more common among kids, so do concussions

Youth soccer is becoming increasingly popular in the U.S., but concussions in youth soccer players are also on the rise. Soccer is the second leading cause of head injury among...

Ramp up your workouts with interval training

Tired of your regular, mundane gym workout? Add some spice to your New Year’s fitness plan with interval training. Simply put, interval training means alternating short bursts of intense activity...

5 tips for setting a realistic New Year’s resolution

It’s that time of the year when most people are setting goals and making resolutions for what they want to accomplish in the new year. Turning over a new calendar...

10 years of excellence in patient care: Reflections from Dr. Duffy

North Central Surgical Center Hospital was founded in 2005 on the belief that by partnering with our physicians, we could build a patient-focused surgical facility that would provide care at...

Our healthy holiday gift guide

Christmas is less than two weeks away, but there’s still time to finish up your holiday shopping. Here are five gift ideas for your favorite health-conscious friends and family members....

5 ways to enjoy the holidays without gaining weight

Christmas is just around the corner, and the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is in full swing. The holidays can be a stressful time of year for anyone,...

Use this, not that: A guide to healthy holiday recipe substitutions

The holiday season is a time for traditions, all the way down to the food on the table. If you want to have a healthier holiday season but your family...

Bundle up: 5 benefits of a winter workout

Are you dreading winter weather because you don’t want to move your workout indoors? It may be cold outside, but braving the cold temps for your workout could actually have...

The arthritis diet: 9 foods to ease your pain

Arthritis affects more than 52 million U.S. adults and manifests in the form of painful symptoms like joint stiffness and inflammation. While many choose to treat symptoms with medication, relief...