2008 - Page 2 of 3 - LECOM Health

Don’t Hibernate: How to Stay Active and Safe in the Winter

It seems all too easy to find excuses to not workout. This is especially true during the winter months, when the temperatures drop, the sky turns dark, and the wind seems to start pushing you back indoors to the warmth of your couch. Health experts urge, however, that exercise should be incorporated into your everyday routine, regardless of the weather. The advantages of regular exercise are too great to be put on hold when workouts...Read More »

Injuries: To ice or to heat?

We all know how important it is to maintain an active lifestyle. It's also important to know how to treat injuries, both acute and chronic, that may occur as a result of activity and exercise. Common treatments for injuries involve the application of ice or heat, but do you know which type of injuries call for which treatment? And do you know the safest and most effective way to apply these treatments? Patrick F. Leary,...Read More »

The Dangers of Dehydration

Every day, an average adult loses more than 10 cups of water simply by sweating, breathing and eliminating waste, according to the Mayo Clinic. During the hot summer months, this amount can easily increase. If a person does not compensate by replenishing his/her water supply, a potentially life-threatening condition can occur - dehydration. While mild dehydration can be easily treated and prevented, severe dehydration can be much more complicated. Dehydration occurs when your body does...Read More »

Fitness on the Go

Vacations are great for reducing stress levels, but they can derail a healthy fitness regimen. Without their regular equipment and surroundings to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle, many people feel uncomfortable and lack their usual amount of energy. In fact, even some of the most dedicated exercisers find it difficult to stick with a workout program when away from home. But, a vacation does not have to mean a vacation from your healthy eating...Read More »

LECOM Health

News and Events

Search for a Provider, Specialty, Service or Location

Don’t Hibernate: How to Stay Active and Safe in the Winter

Injuries: To ice or to heat?

The Dangers of Dehydration

Fitness on the Go