Beebe Healthcare’s Community Mobile Health Clinic will set up in the Lewes Public Library’s parking lot at 111 Adams Avenue, Lewes, on Wednesday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to noon. The drop-in clinic will provide a variety of health screenings, education and referrals. All services are free, and …

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What is pelvic pain? Pelvic pain is a broad statement that includes several diagnoses for both men and women. Pelvic pain can stem from reproductive organs, non-reproductive organs, such as the large intestines, trauma, and pregnancies.

In 2011, Dorothy Greet and her husband, David Greer, had no idea the journey on which they were about to embark would point their lives in a whole new direction. It was Greet’s heart attack and then an article in Greer’s Cornell alumni magazine that led the couple to go vegan.

Bayhealth recently held an informational session for residents of Baywood Greens in Long Neck. Bayhealth plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Jonathan Sarik, MD, gave a presentation on how reconstructive surgery changes patients’ lives. More than 50 guests were able to enjoy hors d’oeuvres…

In partnership with the Delaware Department of Health & Social Services and Division of Public Health, Beebe Healthcare is encouraging local residents to take advantage of a free Healthy Living Workshop that will be offered in the coming weeks by its Population Health & Community Out…

I know you won’t be surprised when I say that I am a big fan of running. It’s a great way to keep moving, whether you like to run outside, on a treadmill or even on an indoor track. You’re giving yourself an amazing gift that will have lasting benefits for your lifetime. The benefits range f…

Anyone watching the popular TV show “The Last of Us” might have a healthy fear of fungal infections, and rightfully so, since the show’s plot is about the fungus causing the zombie apocalypse. Even more terrifying is the mechanism of fungal spread, wherein the host loses all control of their…

Occupational therapy uses hands-on methods to enhance a person’s ability to complete daily tasks to live their lives to the fullest.

A Delaware mental health service and advocacy organization is looking for people of all ages and abilities to join in NAMIWalks on May 13, showing the First State’s support for people living with mental health conditions.

The Quiet Resorts Charitable Foundation (QRCF) will again host the Bunny Palooza 5K race and 1 mile walk on Saturday, April 8, at 8 a.m., starting at the Bethany Beach grandstand and Garfield, traversing Pennsylvania and Atlantic Avenues on a one-lap course. But runners must not “rabbit out”…

Lt. Gov. Bethany Hall-Long announced recently that entries are open for the 2023 Lt. Governor’s Challenge Wellness Leadership Award. This award is given annually to honor individuals and organizations throughout Delaware that contribute to the advancement of health and wellness.

How many times have you heard someone with a back problem tell you it’s sciatica? Well, you might be surprised to hear sciatica is not a condition. In fact, it’s a symptom of a problem involving one of the sciatic nerves. There are a few issues that can cause this often very painful symptom,…

Residents living in and around Dagsboro can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes and other chronic, serious conditions with screenings by Life Line Screening in March.

In the new year, many people have plans to take control of their health. Those who are looking to create a healthier lifestyle this year can start in the kitchen. While learning how to create healthy meals that taste delicious and work for busy schedules might sound challenging, the Delaware…

Understanding the difference between emergency care and urgent care can be important, especially in the stressful moments of an unexpected health crisis. With many hospitals at or near capacity, the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) is sharing tips to help simplify the decision…

The 12th annual Hair of the Dog 5K run and 1-mile family-friendly walk will toe the line at Garfield Street and Atlantic near the Bethany Beach bandstand at 10 a.m. on New Year’s Day. Race marshals and official judges include Bethany Beach Mayor Rosemary Hardiman, South Bethany Mayor Tim Sax…

It seems like it happens every year, doesn’t it? We make those resolutions telling ourselves this is going to be the year to get into shape and get healthier. And every year for many of us, those good intentions fade as we get caught up in the day-to-day and busy schedules or we just plain l…

The 35th Annual Beebe Ball raised more than $185,000 for Beebe Healthcare’s Specialty Surgical Hospital located on the Rehoboth Health Campus. The ball was hosted by the Beebe Medical Foundation and held Nov. 12 at the Rehoboth Beach Country Club.

The Southern Delaware Education Foundation is a local nonprofit scholarship group in Ocean View that helps provide medical certifications, including nursing degrees, to help bridge the gap in rising needs for professional medical staff in the region. Last weekend, SDEF held a fundraising raf…

This summer seemed to fly by, didn’t it? I really notice the change is here with the chill, crisp air that greets me early in the morning when I’m heading for Tidewater. We are so lucky to have beautiful fall weather here on Delmarva. And coming along with enjoying the weather is a need for …

Beebe Healthcare Perinatal Loss Support Services will host the 18th Annual Walk to Remember beginning at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9, at the George H. P. Smith Park, Block House Pond, in Lewes. After two years of virtual events, the walk will return to an in-person event.

Beebe Healthcare announced this week that Beebe Medical Group’s next Primary Care location will be located at “Bayside Corner,” at the intersection of Routes 54 and 20 near Selbyville and west of Fenwick Island. The exterior structure is in the process of being built, with a tentative openin…

Heading back to school can be an exciting time for students and parents, but it can also produce stress and anxiety. New schedules can be overwhelming, and fear of the unknown can cause a lot of worry. Here are some tips to help ease some of the fear and worry as you help your children navig…

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) this week announced additional locations where those who meet eligibility criteria can get the monkeypox (MPX) vaccine. DPH had recently expanded access to the vaccine to those living with HIV and those receiving HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP).

Many of us know the daunting feelings that surface when we are faced with the glaring desire or lifesaving need to finally shed those unwanted, stubborn pounds for good. For those who are seeking improvements in overall health that are directly related to weight loss, these benefits can be u…

Despite increasing concern about monkeypox — and the nationwide number of diagnosed cases reaching 3,590, prompting the White House to name a monkeypox coordinator — a Beebe Healthcare doctor this week said the risk of contracting the disease is not high.

After more than two years of advocacy on the issue, NAMI Delaware joined mental health advocates across the country this week to celebrate the nationwide launch of 988 — the three-digit number for people to call or text during mental health, substance use or suicide crises.

In my previous article in the Coastal Point, we learned about superfoods and how they represent uber-healthy, natural, whole foods that are packed with goodness to support our healthy best. Dark leafy greens, of course, are one of the high-caliber superfoods that can be understood as an army…

The summer is in full swing, which means fun in the sun, vacations, picnics and tempting treats, such as corndogs, boardwalk fries and ice cream cones. Attempting to stick with healthy eating habits in the summer can seem like a daunting task, but never fear! Here are few simple tips for sta…

Mike Killmon doesn’t hesitate when he says Dr. Tarek Waked, MD, saved his life. The Salisbury, Md., native, who now resides in Rehoboth Beach, has been on a journey since 2020, when he decided that surgical weight loss was his best option to return to a healthy life.

A patriotic holiday celebration is almost here — Independence Day. Every year, honoring the country’s birth as an independent nation has become a benchmark of summer. Otherwise known as the Fourth of July, it is often celebrated with pool parties, backyard barbeques, beach days and firework nights.

The Roxana CHEER Center is inviting the public to a presentation by Beebe Healthcare on diabetes health at noon on Wednesday, June 29. Glucose, cholesterol and blood-pressure screenings will also be provided by Beebe Community Health nurses from noon to 2 p.m.

Everyone loves the taste of a garden-fresh vegetable and fruit, especially if they worked diligently to grow it themselves. The hard-earned harvest is not only a delicious reward but a physical one as well. It is proven that time spent working in the dirt and warm summer sunshine are valuabl…