Ask the Pharmacist: Controlling asthma during allergy season (BPT) - The sun is shining, flowers are blooming, and pollen counts are soaring ... and that means millions of Americans are dealing with the sneezing and wheezing that comes with seasonal allergi...
Help your pet shed unhealthy weight (BPT) - Are you killing your pet with kindness? We’re not talking about the compassion that motivates us to vaccinate our pets, or keep them warm in cold weather. Kindness that can be harmful to p...
Facts matter when your health is at stake (BPT) - Learning that you have a disease or medical condition can be overwhelming. You need to learn more about your condition. You may get advice from all directions – from well-meaning friends a...
Boomers turning 65 face complex healthcare choices (BPT) - Every day, about 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 and become eligible for Medicare. Not everyone will sign up, but it’s important to understand the importance of early choices when enrolling in...
Bone and joint pain in America [Infographic] Bone and joint health problems cause American workers to miss 440 million days of work and were the leading cause of disability claims in 2010. Fight for your mobility by visiting ANationInMotion...
How your diet can help save your vision [Infographic] Research shows that nutrition plays a critical role in maintaining the health of our eyes. Therefore, the American Optometric Association (AOA) reminds Americans that caring for eyes includes look...
Make laundry safety a priority this summer - and always (BPT) - Sunnier skies and summertime fun are just around the corner, and with them comes plenty of outdoor activities like long days at the playground, sporting events and barbecues. With so many ...
Why a normal Pap test may not mean you are cancer-free (BPT) - Many women know that getting a Pap test regularly from their health care provider is a good way to check for signs of cervical cancer, the second most common cancer in women worldwide. Wha...
Expert fitness tips for a healthy, effective summer slim-down (BPT) - While children long for the lazy carefree days of summer, many adults view the season as a reason to be active and get healthy. Whether it's to look good for an upcoming beach vacation or ...
Hepatitis C a top health concern for baby boomers [Infographic] Did you know that Hepatitis C affects an estimated 3.2 million Americans, yet most don’t know they’re infected? Referred to as a "silent epidemic," Hepatitis C is an infectious liver disease that ...
Hearing aid technology takes a giant leap forward (BPT) - It’s no secret that today’s hearing aids are light years ahead of the hearing aids made just a decade ago. In fact, in size, shape, and technological advances, the changes in hearing aids ...
Dr. Emily Lough began her practice at the Lafayette, TN Wal-mart in 2009, after a three year stint as a practicing optometrist at the Gallatin and Lebanon Wal-Mart Vision Cent...
Macon Bank and Trust Company is a progressive bank and has the best interests of our customers and community as our primary focus.
Since being formed in 1919 the banking ind...
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Macon County General Hospital: Providing Top-Notch Hometown Healthcare
In rural areas, some believe quality healthcare can be hard to come by. Away from the urban ...