Many people struggle with mental illness. In fact, 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. suffer from a mental disorder in a given year. As a society, we have been paying more attention than ever to mental health in the past few years, largely due to COVID-19. When the coronavirus hit, people were forced to…

We strive to promote good digestive health at our state-of-the-art Peters Endoscopy Center as well as diagnose and treat diseases of the digestive tract. But, did you know that the trillions of bacteria in your intestinal tract play a role in your heart health and mental health too? According to Heart.org, evidence suggests that the…

February is Heart Health Month, and it’s a great time to focus on ways to keep your heart healthy. It’s important to raise awareness about cardiovascular health, and how to live a heart-healthy lifestyle so that more people can take steps to protect their hearts. This year, the federally designated event, American Heart Month, is…