Summer is Heating Up: How Can You Protect Your Skin?
Summer is almost here and while we’ll all be out enjoying the sunshine soon, it is important to remember to protect your skin while you’re having fun. The sun has several positive benefits for overall health, but there are also many dangers when it comes to our skin. Follow these tips to stay sun-safe, and […]
May is Better Sleep Month: 6 Tips For Getting a Good Night’s Sleep
May is Better Sleep Month, and Southwoods wants to raise awareness about the benefits of better sleep. Getting adequate rest is beneficial to both your daily life and overall health. Here are 6 tips for getting a good night’s sleep. 1. Increase Natural Light During the Day One way to help you sleep at night […]
Benefits of Getting Outside to Exercise
With the weather getting warmer, we all want to spend time outside enjoying the fresh air and sunshine. Exercise is a great way to do just that! Here are 6 benefits of exercising outside: 1. Reduce Stress & Lower Blood Pressure Studies have shown getting outside to exercise can keep your blood pressure low and […]
Home Remedies to Relieve Seasonal Allergies
April 6, 2021 — Spring has almost fully sprung, and while everyone loves the warmer weather and sunshine, many people find themselves struggling with seasonal allergies. This time of year can be especially difficult if over-the-counter antihistamines don’t do much to relieve your symptoms, or if you prefer to not have to take a pill […]
Top 5 Myths About Colon Cancer
March 23, 2021 — As March winds down and Colon Cancer Awareness Month comes to an end, it’s important to know the facts about Colon Cancer. While there have been medical advancements over the years to detect this disease early and lower the death rate, there are still many myths keeping people from taking the […]
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: 4 Things You Should Know
March 9, 2021 — March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to educate yourself and others about the disease that affects about 1 in 23 men and 1 in 25 women according to the American Cancer Society. Here are 4 things you should know about this potentially deadly disease: Age Plays a Role The […]
12 Heart Healthy Foods to Add to Your Diet
February 23, 2021 — Heart disease accounts for one third of worldwide deaths each year. During American Heart month, and all year, it is important to remember the role our diets play in maintaining heart health. Southwoods Cardiology wants to help give you peace of mind knowing that incorporating any or all of the foods […]
Dr. Duffett: 2020 Distinguished Physician
Boardman, Ohio (February 12, 2021) — Southwoods Health would like to congratulate Raymond Duffett, M.D., who was named 2020 Distinguished Physician by the Mahoning Valley Medical Society (MVMS). Dr. Duffett was presented with a plaque commemorating the honor at the MVMS annual meeting, which was held virtually due to COVID-19 precautions. Presenting the award to […]
6 Ways to Keep Your Heart Healthy
February 2, 2021 — February is American Heart Month, the perfect time to examine your current lifestyle and make changes adopting habits that will help keep your heart healthy. Southwoods Cardiology wants to remind you that making small adjustments to your everyday life can go a long way, and help lower your risk of heart […]
Southwoods Health Announces Opening of Second Express Care Location
Boardman, Ohio (November 17, 2020) — Southwoods Health is pleased to announce the opening of its newest Express Care, located at 380 Struthers-Coitsville Road inside the new Community Literacy Workforce and Cultural Center in Campbell. The new location opened on November 2 and joins the flagship facility in Boardman. Southwoods Express Care provides fast, easy […]
