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Christopher J. Rizzi, MD specializes in Otolaryngology and Plastic Surgery. Proudly serving Southwest Ohio, Christopher is a provider of Premier Physician Network.

Learn eight common misconceptions about colorectal cancer and what’s true about America’s second-leading cancer killer.

It doesn't have to be all or nothing when it comes to staying fit. Try these tips to fit physical activity into your busy day — and get a healthier you.

Exercise is part of a three-pronged approach to controlling diabetes, along with diet and medication. Follow these exercise tips to improve your health and protect your safety.

Get a better night’s sleep by letting go of the worries and stresses of the day with relaxing activities before bed. Read more!

Researchers at the CDC are racing to find the cause for a mysterious illness that causes young children to experience sudden weakness, and sometimes paralysis in their arms and legs.

Why the holidays are stressful. How to cope with stress, depression, anxiety during the holidays. Recognizing suicidal tendencies. Find out.

New research shows colon and rectal cancers are rising in young adults. These same cancers are decreasing in older adults. Learn why colonoscopy screenings may be the reason, and what to look for.

Staying active will improve your health and quality of life at any age.

MyChart lets patients review medical records, request appointments, send messages to their doctor, review lab results and request prescription refills.

Congestion, sneezing and itchy eyes are just some of the symptoms of allergies. Read on to learn more.

Earaches in adults are more likely to be caused by something other than an infection, unlike in children. Read now.

A thorough review of the benefits – and the risks – of hormone replacement therapy to help you decide if it’s right for you. Learn more.

Congestive heart failure sounds irreparable, but it is a manageable condition. Read now to learn how.

Thawing the Mystery of Frozen Shoulder Syndrome

There are a lot of changes to make after weight loss surgery, but making some of them before the procedure – including a healthy diet and exercise routine – can help make the surgery a success.

Cases of syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and congenital syphilis have reached an all-time high in the U.S. Learn about symptoms, avoidance, testing. Read more.

Young children arebreaking their legs on slides. Learn why co-riding a slide with a parent is sorisky.

Singer Demi Lovato’s overdose highlights the link between addiction and depression. A Premier Health psychologist explains the relationship. Learn more.

New technology on the latest Apple Watch may help identify people with dangerous irregular heartbeats.

Here’s the truth about head lice: how they spread, how to recognize them, and how lice are treated. Learn more.

Insect stings can cause allergic reactions. Symptoms can be severe. Find out which are dangerous, how to prevent stings, and when it’s an emergency. Learn more.

As a disease, arthritis is more complicated and varied than most people imaging. It can come in different forms and affect people in different ways. Learn more.

These safety tips will keep the fun in your annual pumpkin carving event. Follow them to keep the kids safe. Learn more.

Many people say their pain worsens with damp and rainy weather, but it's not the cold, wind, rain or snow that affects people, it's barometric pressure.