This covered dish favorite can be made a day ahead of time, with the dressing added up to an hour before serving. Avocados are good sources of heart-healthy fats, and since this recipe only calls for half, try doubling the dressing and using the extra dressing on grilled vegetables. The acid in the dressing will keep the avocado from browning the way it would if left wrapped in the refrigerator.
Medical Misconception: Green Mucus Requires an Antibiotic
Each month, a health care professional will weigh in on a health and wellness myth and will explain the real cause behind the malady.
This month’s misconception: Green mucus requires an antibiotic
Coping with Grief During the Holidays
The holiday season can be especially challenging for those who are grieving. The absence of a loved one can be difficult to deal with during this time. Reflecting on holiday memories can bring both happiness and pain.
Medical Misconception: Getting the Flu Shot Causes the Flu
Each month, we weigh in on a health and wellness myth and explain the real cause behind the malady.
This month’s misconception: Getting a flu shot causes the flu
Knowing Your Family Health History
Primary care physician Stephanie Buckley, M.D., of Carroll Health Group Primary Care in Mount Airy, explains why knowing your family’s health history is important for your own health.
Medical Misconception: Turkey Makes You Sleepy
Each month, we weigh in on a health and wellness myth and explain the real cause behind the malady.
This month’s misconception: Turkey makes you sleepy
We all know the saying that turkey will make you sleepy on Thanksgiving, but is there any science behind the claim?
HPV Vaccination = Cancer Prevention
Certified nurse midwife Ellen Ray, of Carroll Health Group OB/GYN, explains HPV, the health issues it causes and the vaccine that can help protect against it.
Medical Misconception: Waiting To Go
Each month, we weigh in on a health and wellness myth and explain the real cause behind the malady.
This month’s misconception: Waiting to go to the bathroom isn’t harmful.
A Vital Ally
For nearly 60 years, the Carroll Hospital Auxiliary has been an integral part of Carroll Hospital’s history and its success. This volunteer organization was formed in 1958 —three years before the hospital opened—to raise funds to build a hospital in Carroll County.
Chicken Breasts With Mushroom Cream Sauce
On the “fancier” side of weeknight cooking, this recipe is a lower-fat version of a typical chicken in cream sauce.