Monthly health and wellness content provided to the community by Northern Light Mercy Hospital, a nonprofit community hospital sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, providing care to greater Portland since 1918. Mercy consistently receives an ‘A’ grade by The Leapfrog Group for meeting the highest safety standards in the country. It has also been recognized as a top hospital by Newsweek and U.S. News and World Report.
Stressed out? Don’t ignore it. By Dr. Erin Piontek Stress is a normal part of life, but it can be a serious issue for our health. Figuring out how to best manage it may be a challenge — but... Read more
By Dr. Karin Cole More than 50,000 Americans die each year from colorectal cancer. Fortunately, the disease is highly preventable, and knowing what to do could save your life. As a medical s... Read more
Tips for shoveling snow By Dr. Nicolas F. Arredondo Winter can make maneuvering on our roads and sidewalks challenging. But it’s the act of making them passable and safe that often gets us i... Read more