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Almost one quarter of Americans use wearable fitness trackers. Are you one of them? Maybe you got a fitness tracker as a gift this holiday season, or you’re considering buying one to help you meet your New Year’s resolution.

The long, dark winter days can be difficult for many people, but for some, it is an especially hard season. The “winter blues” can strike when the days are shorter. If you find yourself struggling during the fall and winter months, you are not alone – and there is no need to wait until spring arrives to start feeling better.

Picture this: a small device in your pulmonary artery that can send your health data to a doctor daily – and all you have to do is lie on a special pillow for a few minutes every day.

How much do you know about protecting yourself from cervical cancer? More than 14,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year. The good news is cervical cancer is easy to catch through screening and is very treatable when caught early.

While headphones are a convenient way to privately listen to music or take a phone call, they can also pose a potential risk to your hearing.

Let’s talk about cold-related injuries—including frostbite, hypothermia and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning—and how to be prepared for those bitter cold days ahead.

Millions of children struggle with a chronic condition called attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In fact, it is estimated that approximately 4%-12% of children have ADHD. School requires students to sit still for long periods of time, concentrate and listen – all of which are more difficult for children with ADHD. Thankfully, as a parent, you can help your child navigate these challenges by working with teachers and implementing effective strategies to help your child learn.

Building an exercise habit often starts with this question: when is the best time for me to work in a workout? Only about 22% of Americans are meeting the recommended exercise guidelines of 30 minutes a day. While many of us know how important movement is for our overall health and well-being, it’s not always clear how to start building a workout routine. This leads many to wonder - is there a best time of day to exercise?

Few patients know that they have a choice of which specialists to see for their care. In many cases, you can see a specialist who is located closer to you and will see you sooner. And now it takes just one call to Holland Hospital’s specialty care referral number at (616) 215-0030 get you connected to a specialist that is right for you.

It’s estimated that between 5 and 6 million women in the United States have a hormone disorder called polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is the most common endocrine condition for women of childbearing age, and it is the most common cause of infertility. But despite how prevalent this condition is, many people are not aware of it. In fact, many women don’t even know they have it.