Health Articles

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is poised to become a new epidemic in the U.S. by 2030, affecting more than 10 million Americans. Already, it is the No. 1 cause of blindness, robbing more people of their sight than cataracts and glaucoma combined. AMD is caused by the deterioration of the …

By Ross Johnson, Lead Pastor, Gathering Pointe Church Among the Mural Wall, and the nineteen stainless steel statues, and the United Nations Wall of the Korean War Memorial in Washington D.C. is the Pool of Remembrance. This shallow Pool (thirty feet deep) is lined with black granite and is surrounded …

By Ann L. Rhoten, Au.D., CCC/A If you have been on the hearing aid journey, either personally or with someone you care about, you know how difficult it can be. First the denial. Then the bargaining. And finally, the recognition that being able to hear clearly is just as important as …

By Dr. Nicole Freels, FACFAOM I’ve said it before, but it definitely bears repeating – your feet are the foundation for everything you do. Without healthy, strong feet, life can be challenging. This is especially true for children, who have so much to learn and so many skills to master between …

If you’re like most parents, you worry about your children 24/7/365. In fact, if there were 26 hours in the day, you’d worry about that, too! Not to raise your parental anxiety too far, but summertime, as it turns out, is one of the more dangerous times of the year …

Fatherhood has changed across the U.S. Today’s dads are more involved in their families and in their children’s lives than ever before. They’re just as likely as Moms to rate parenting as extremely important to their identity and they rate the experience as rewarding, enjoyable and fulfilling, according to the Pew …

Warmer weather, bluer skies and sunny days have a way of spurring even the most dedicated couch potato off the cushion and into the great outdoors. Sadly, human beings don’t often behave in rational ways, we don’t like to prepare, and we often imagine ourselves to be in far better …

In the past, many women’s health issues were hidden behind a veil of secrecy, embarrassment or denial. Fortunately, women today are much more open about their unique health concerns, resulting in better care, more fulfilling lives and greater happiness. Once taboo topics, pelvic pain, incontinence, menstrual cramps and the discomfort …

If you’ve heard giving practical gifts is a no-no, scratch that advice because when it comes to dads, functional gifts that show you appreciate their personal interests may actually be the safest bet this Father’s Day. Consider the hobbies and activities that dad treasures most then look for ways you can …

By Ross Johnson, Lead Pastor, Gathering Pointe Church Growing up, I idolized my dad.  He was a man’s man. He was hard working, working two jobs for many years of my childhood. He is a Vietnam Vet having served two tours, awarded a Purple Heart and Uncommon Valor.  His hands, …