Andy Williams sang about “the most wonderful time of the year,” but stress can cause the holidays to be less than merry for many people. A 2023 poll from the American Psychological Association found that nearly half of adults in the U.S. describe their stress levels during the holidays as ...

When Dr. Hemil Maniar joined Lawrence Spine Care in March of 2024, he brought a new perspective to LMH Health. Maniar is an orthopedic spine surgeon with over 20 years of experience, which allows him to specialize in orthopedic trauma and spine surgery. “There are two types of spine ...

When Mary Pawlowski learned she was pregnant in February 2024, she knew that she wanted to have a nonmedicated birth experience. She and her husband, Todd, had a great setup at their home for a water birth, but decided that wasn’t quite the right route for them. “I wanted to figure out a ...

The holidays are a time for celebration with family and friends. But with colder temperatures on the horizon and gathering in crowded spaces, it can also be a peak time for colds, flu and other respiratory illnesses. Minimizing risk and staying healthy is key to making the most of the season. ...

Patients with disabilities often face barriers to health care, including inadequate facilities and biased treatment. A research group is hoping to change that. Disability challenges are said to be rooted in "medical ableism" — a form of discrimination against people with disabilities that ...

An overarching goal in health care is preventing and treating infections. But did you know that there’s a specific team dedicated to just that task? Stan Stuckey has seen a lot during the 20 years he’s spent working in the field of infection prevention. He began his career at Truman ...