Jul 1, 2020
1 min

Guard your Medicare Number.

Scammers may use the COVID-19 pandemic as an opportunity to steal your identity and commit Medicare fraud. In some cases, they might tell...

Mar 6, 2020
2 min

Coronavirus Precautions

March 18, 2020 We apologize for any inconvenience, but in light of the increase in COVID-19 (coronavirus) cases in Kansas, we are...

Feb 24, 2020
3 min

How to maintain a healthy weight as you age

As you age, it can be harder to maintain a healthy weight due to changes in your metabolism.

Feb 5, 2020
2 min

Mediterranean diet features heart-healthy nutrition

The Mediterranean diet is a heart-healthy diet that includes daily consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and healthy fats.

Feb 3, 2020
4 min

American Heart Month: Blood pressure control

February is American Heart Month. One of the major factors affecting heart health is high blood pressure, often called the silent killer.

Jan 20, 2020
2 min

Anti-Inflammation, Part 2: Antioxidants

Antioxidants such as CoQ10, Vitamin E and Omega 3 can benefit health, fight inflammation and help ease the effects of chronic illnesses.

Jan 8, 2020
2 min

Anti-Inflammation, Part 1: Ginger & Turmeric

Supplements can help combat inflammation that, in turn, can leads to or worsen chronic conditions. Read how ginger and turmeric can help.

Dec 18, 2019
3 min

How to avoid salt, sugar temptations during the holidays

Avoid unwanted holiday weight gain with these tips for reducing salt and sugar intakes and better controlling your health.

Nov 15, 2019
2 min

How can antibiotics hurt you?

Manhattan Medical Group physicians support the appropriate use of antibiotics with their patients to reduce antibiotic resistance.

Oct 25, 2019
2 min

Diet Advice: How to Tell If It's Good or Bad

Confused on which diet to try? Registered Dietitian Jordan Chen offers advice on the questions to ask about any diet changes.

Sep 17, 2019
2 min

What to expect during a physical exam

Annual physicals with your primary care provider are a way to assess your overall health and identify potential health concerns.

Aug 27, 2019
2 min

Flu shots build your immunity

The flu vaccine is the only protection we have against the virus. Getting a yearly shot adds to your immunity and helps protect you.

Jul 31, 2019
2 min

Patient Portal features secure messaging, online bill pay & more

Manhattan Medical Group's Patient Portal features secure messaging, online bill pay and access to your medical history.

Jul 31, 2019
2 min

6 Ways Better Nutrition Can Help with Wound Healing

There are 6 important dietary needs for people with non-healing wounds: calories, fluid, protein, zinc, and Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

Jul 1, 2019
2 min

What diet is right for me?

Weight changes come down to calories, no matter how you fill them. But it's important to keep in mind overall health in your diet.

Jun 19, 2019
2 min

How to choose the right sun protection for your family

Choosing the right sun protection for your family is key to having fun in the sun this summer

Jun 3, 2019
3 min

3 Ways to Prepare for Your Next Doctor's Appointment

Before your next doctor's appointment, consider these three easy ways to make sure you're getting the most out of your face-to-face time.

May 31, 2019
3 min

Summer Ailments: Bug, Burns & Rashes

Mosquito and tick bites, sunburns, and poison ivy and poison oak rashes are some of the common summer ailments around Manhattan, Kansas.

May 28, 2019
2 min

Pelvic exams & pap smears: Are they the same?

The pelvic exam looks at the health of female organs while a pap smear is a cervical cancer screening tool.

May 6, 2019
2 min

Sports Physicals vs. Regular Physicals: What's the Difference?

A sports physical includes a student's medical history and assesses height, weight, blood pressure, strength and other physical measures.

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