Health & Wellness

Northwest Family is your number one resource for health and wellness information. We are here to provide you with the best resources for any and all of your health-related questions.  

Each month our doctors provide you with in-depth information on four different health topics.

World Obesity Day

Mar 4, 2024, 10:38 AM
Recognized on March 4th, World Obesity Day aims to raise awareness of the obesity epidemic, its risks, and actions we can take collectively to combat this global health issue.

Living a Heart Healthy Lifestyle

Feb 8, 2024, 7:29 PM
Let’s take you on a journey to explore this vital organ, understand the risk factors for heart issues, and discover practical steps to ensure a strong and healthy heart.

The Mediterranean Diet Explained

Feb 8, 2024, 7:20 PM
As a group of educated physicians the Mediterranean diet has a lot of potential health benefits that may be a good “one size fits all” approach to nutrition.

February is American Heart Month - Tips for a Healthy Heart at Any Age

Feb 8, 2024, 1:40 PM
Tips for a Healthy Heart at Any Age - We want to take this opportunity to provide some education in regards to heart health and simple steps you can take to have a healthy heart at any age.

Preventing Heart Disease

Feb 8, 2024, 1:16 PM
Preventing heart disease is not always 100% possible. However, there are still changes we can make in our everyday lives to keep our hearts healthy.

Winter Sport Safety for All Ages for Enjoying Cold-Weather Activities

Feb 8, 2024, 12:55 PM
From skiing and snowboarding to ice skating and ice hockey, here are some essential safety tips for all ages to enjoy winter sports responsibly.