Tips For A New Dad

If you’re a new dad, you know a lot of attention is put on the new mom and baby, and rightly so. You know mom and baby deserve lots of care and attention, but being a new dad isn’t easy for you either. There’s no handbook on what to do, and your partner may not be able to tell you … Read More

Men, Take Charge of Your Heart Health

Heart disease is the number one cause of death for men, and that can be a very scary statistic. However, there are important steps you can take to take charge of your heart health.  At OneSource Healthcare, we know how important heart health is. If you are worried about your risk of heart disease and heart attack, schedule an appointment … Read More

Lowering Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer is fairly common in the United States. It’s estimated that about 1 in 25 adults will develop either colon or rectal cancer during their lifetime, and we all want to minimize those kinds of risks as much as we can. While there isn’t any sure fire way to prevent colorectal cancer, we have our top eight tips on … Read More

Is a drug test part of DOT Physical?

If you drive a commercial motor vehicle (CMV), you will have to undergo a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam. The DOT physical assesses whether a driver is healthy enough to operate a CMV. For example, if you have health issues like sleep apnea, diabetes, poor vision and high blood pressure, you could be a hazard on the road if … Read More

Preventing Fall Injuries

With aging, bodily systems that keep us balanced and standing upright require more awareness. You may no longer see or hear as well, for example, which can affect your coordination. Nerves that carry information from your brain to your muscles may deteriorate, slowing your reaction time and making it more difficult to move away from oncoming pedestrians or adjust to icy patches on a sidewalk. Normal … Read More

Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room

Medical surprises can pop up under just about any circumstances. A fun-filled sports game turns into a frenzy to get to the ER with a would-be fracture. Life happens. But how do you know whether your injury needs attention at urgent care or an emergency room? A quick history lesson Urgent cares are very common in most cities now. Some … Read More

Tips for Checking Your Blood Pressure

Your blood pressure is an important vital sign used by medical professionals to manage your health. If it goes unmonitored, you could be at risk of developing high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. It is essential to check your blood pressure regularly an accurately to ensure an accurate reading. What is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force of … Read More

How To Lower Your Cholesterol

Did you know that cholesterol levels can increase your risk of heart disease? You can lower your risk by keeping cholesterol levels low. It’s important to keep your body healthy and to take the necessary precautions that help prevent issues like heart disease. The first step in prevention is learning what your cholesterol levels are and discussing them with your … Read More

Could You Have a Vitamin D Deficiency

Receiving the proper amount of Vitamin D is crucial for your overall health and wellbeing. However, it has been estimated that fifty percent of the world is Vitamin D deficient and there’s a good chance that you are lacking this essential vitamin. For example, if you work inside regularly, avoid sunlight or eat a vegan diet, you could be Vitamin … Read More

Diet Trends to Avoid

Diet trends seem to come and go each year. There’s always a new one that people are raving about and cannot believe the results! With so many diets available, how do you know which diet will work? Read on to learn which diets you should avoid and why! The Military Diet In 2019, the military diet has got to go! … Read More