We tend to take balance for granted when we’re regularly skiing, biking or hiking. Unfortunately, it’s one of the first abilities to decline with age, and one that can cause a cascade of health problems. But the good news is,... Read More
Your calendar is packed. Your phone is constantly buzzing. And yet, somewhere between the school drop-offs, work deadlines and late-night scrolling, you feel more alone than ever. We live in a world where connection is constant, but... Read More
Many of us who live and play in the mountains are obsessed with our fitness and health. We hike, bike and run for heart health. We lift weights for muscle mass and bone health. Some might do Kegel exercises, but other than that, most of... Read More
How much and how well we sleep matters. But getting to our sleep sweet spot isn’t always easy. Some work weeks are more stressful than others. Sometimes travel gets in the way, or parenting little ones, or taking care of aging parents.... Read More
A woman’s energy ebbs and flows throughout the month. As research into women's health and fitness continues to evolve, more athletes and fitness enthusiasts are discovering the practice of cycle syncing workouts: aligning exercise,... Read More
The future of medicine has arrived, and it brings with it a lot of confusion. From tests to supplements, dietary and exercise advice, it is often difficult to know how to use new medical information and technology to live a longer and... Read More
At the March 5 Wellness Series event, Dr. Melissa O'Meara recently spoke about advanced preventive screening and the rapidly evolving landscape of modern medicine. Today’s patients have access to an unprecedented amount of... Read More
Dr. Melissa O'Meara opened this Wellness Series with a line that stuck with me: "What a time to be alive." She meant it with equal parts wonder and concern, and so do I. Because we are living in the most optimized era in... Read More
Whether you are recovering from a minor scrape, a sports injury or major surgery, what you eat can significantly impact how well, and how quickly, you heal. While your body is working hard to repair tissue, fight infection and restore... Read More
Breast cancer is the most common cancer women experience, and yet, as Vail Health breast surgeon Dr. Stephanie Miller notes, most cases appear without any clear reason. “What we know is that for the majority of women, their development... Read More