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A Premier Health orthopedic surgeon guides you through hip replacement surgery, including when it’s needed and its advantages. Read now.

Think vaccines have wiped out whooping cough? Think again. Since the 1980s, the United States has seen a rise in cases of whooping cough, also known as pertussis.

Pelvic floor disorders involve weakening, damage, or dysfunction of the muscles holding your pelvic organs, which can lead to both physical and emotional discomfort. Learn more.

How to identify the symptoms of appendicitis. Treatment options. Why surgery is standard. Find out now.

Bruce Willis’ family announced he’s leaving acting because of aphasia, a communication disorder that a Premier Health neuropsychologist explains. Read now.

More than 30 bacteria, viruses and fungi can cause pneumonia. Keep your body strong this winter and free from illness by learning ways to reduce your pneumonia risk.

At age 65 and up, a memory assessment should be part of your annual doctor visit. It measures your ability to handle day-to-day activities. Learn more.

If you are being sexually harassed, take action to stop the unwanted behavior. Follow these tips to stop or report sexual harassment.

Health and safety is extra important on the family vacation. Learn how to protect your family while traveling by plane or car, in the U.S. or abroad.

Know the common causes of infertility in women and men

Staying in shape doesn’t require a gym. There's a lot you can do on your own to keep moving and have fun.

With more young people than ever active in sports, youth sports-related injuries are on the rise. Learn about the most common injuries and tips for preventing them.

Why adults get ear infections, how they’re treated, and other reasons for ear pain. Read more.

Getting regular exercise improves your health. Here is advice on how to know if you are getting the right amount of exercise for your well-being and goals.

COVID-19 caused delays in cancer screenings and a rise in late-stage cancer diagnoses, a Premier Health surgical oncologist says. Read now.

A yearly visit with your family doctor can uncover health issues you didn’t know you had, and prevent bigger health issues in the future. Dr. Daniel Elshoff explains.

Teens and young adults, who are at greatest risk of meningitis, can avoid the potentially dangerous disease through vaccination. Read now.

A heart-healthy diet can be both nutritious and delicious. Try these five ways to get you started.

Learn the effects of exercise on fertility, from Premier Health.

Cardiac stress tests aren’t meant to be emotionally stressful, but to put the heart under stress to diagnose heart disease, a cardiologist explains. Read now.

The World Health Organization officially classified “gaming disorder” as a mental health condition. Premier Health Now speaks with Dr. Fadi Tayim to learn more about this decision and its impact.

When it comes to food, protect yourself and your family from illnesses caused by food. Learn what food poisoning is and what you can do to avoid it.

Cracking knuckles and other joints doesn’t lead to arthritis and is considered harmless, so long as it’s not accompanied by pain and swelling. Read now.

What is epicardial fat? How much is too much? Is it harmful? Can it be reduced? Cardiologist Himad Khattak, MD, explains. Find out.

Premier Health’s Marc Belcastro, DO, Roberto Colón, MD, and Joseph Allen, MD, discuss how to protect yourself from coronavirus COVID-19 and how it is treated.