SSM Health Matters Blog

‘That was my wake-up call’ – Weight loss surgery aids coach in maintaining healthy weight ‘That was my wake-up call’ – Weight loss surgery aids coach in maintaining healthy weight

It’s that time of year again, when the struggle to maintain New Year’s resolutions haunts us.

Ladies, regardless of age, it’s time to take your health to heart Ladies, regardless of age, it’s time to take your health to heart

According to the CDC, 44% of women are living with some form of heart disease.

Easy steps can help to improve Heart Health Easy steps can help to improve Heart Health

February is American Heart Month

Weather woes: What to do when cold conditions cause joint pain flare ups Weather woes: What to do when cold conditions cause joint pain flare ups

For some, cold weather can be hard on the joints. An SSM Health occupational therapist offers advice to help you cope with cold weather arthritis flare ups.

Are weight loss medications as good as they say? Are weight loss medications as good as they say?

SSM Health’s Dr. Fariba Dayhim provides expert insight into the risks and benefits of popular weight loss medications.

A Rare Connection A Rare Connection

The 13-year-old from Chebanse, Ill., has a rare condition called arthrogryposis and comes to St. Louis and SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital to see one of the only pediatric orthopedists who specializes in her disease.

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