By Ryan McGuire, Student Pharmacist and Karen Kier, Pharmacist
ONU Healthwise Pharmacy
The R&B Band Soul II Soul released their song "Keep on Movin’" on March 6, 1989. The song lyrics included to “keep on moving” and “finding your own way to stay.” Based on health-related research, keep on moving is good advice. As we approach 2026, this could be sound advice as we make New Year's resolutions.
In today’s world, where comfort and entertainment are just a click away, many people are becoming more inactive. Inactivity can occur in many places, including at home while watching television, looking at our phones, or playing games. Another common environment for inactivity is the workplace, where we find ourselves sitting more often.
By Ailing Chen, MD, Pediatrician, Primary Care at Wellness Park
Tummy time is a critically important part of your newborn's healthy growth and overall development. Tummy time involves placing your baby on their stomach when they are awake and under your supervision. Incorporating regular tummy time into your daily routine not only supports your baby's physical development but also encourages sensory and motor skills, fosters bonding between you and your child, and promotes optimal brain growth.
By Matt Nienberg, PA-C
Interventional Pain Medicine, Blanchard Valley Pain Management
Pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical attention, but not all pain is the same. Understanding the difference between acute and chronic pain can help you recognize what your body is experiencing and when it is important to consult a healthcare provider. While pain is never pleasant, it is an important signal from your body, and learning to interpret it correctly is key to protecting your health.
In 1970, the Beatles released The Long and Winding Road on their Let It Be album. The song was the group's 20th number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. Unfortunately, this was the Beatles' last number one hit as a group. The group broke up one month before the song was released.
By Missy Moore, APRN-CNM, APRN-CNP
Midwife, Blanchard Valley Obstetrics & Gynecology
Welcoming a baby is one of the most life-changing experiences a person can have, and preparing a birth plan can help ensure that this special moment reflects individual preferences and values. A birth plan is not a rigid set of rules but a guide to communicate expectations, desires and concerns with healthcare providers. It clarifies parents-to-be while allowing medical staff to understand what matters most to the family during labor, delivery and immediate newborn care.
By Chaehyeon Jin, Student Pharmacist, and Karen Kier, Pharmacist
ONU Healthwise Pharmacy
The saying “no pain, no gain” has roots in ancient Greece, when Sophocles wrote “there’s no success without pain” in his play Electra. In 1758, Ben Franklin published a book title The Way to Wealth and penned the statement, “there are no gains, without pains.” The saying took on new meaning with the aerobics craze of the 1980s when Jane Fonda’s videos pushed you to “feel the burn.”
