Health Library

Health Library Menu

  • Know the Warning Signs of an Aneurysm

    Know the Warning Signs of an Aneurysm

    An aneurysm occurs when a weak spot in an artery wall starts to bulge out like a balloon. Some aneurysms develop slowly over a period of years. Many cause no problems.

  • Kick Car Sickness to the Curb

    Kick Car Sickness to the Curb

    Why do some kids feel sick more easily than others? The issue may be due to increased sensitivity in part of the inner ear that plays a key role in balance.

  • Stay Cool During Menopause’s Hottest Moments

    Stay Cool During Menopause’s Hottest Moments

    When it comes to hot flashes and night sweats, you want relief—and you want it now. Hormone therapy is one solution, but it can raise your risk for heart attack, stroke, and other serious health issues.

Wellness Center

Preventing a Second Heart Attack

Most Americans survive a first heart attack. By taking action, however, they can significantly reduce their chances for a second heart attack.

Quizzes

Germs Quiz

Germs: We find them everywhere— or they find us. It seems we can't avoid them. We spend a lot of time worrying about picking them up, sharing them, and losing them. But what do we really know about germs? Take this quiz to find out.

Multimedia

How to Use Crutches on Stairs, Through Doorways, and In and Out of Cars

This video shows you how to use your crutches to go up and down stairs, how to move through a doorway, and how to get in and out of a motor vehicle.

Symptom Checker
© Spectrum Health Lakeland 2023
Hospital