A Firelands Regional Health System Blog

Sudden slurred speech or tingling on one side of the body could be neurological symptoms of a more serious condition.

In 2018, 1 in 5 high school students reported using e-cigarettes in the past month. E-cigarettes, or “vaping”, has been marketed and sold as a better alternative to traditional smoking. However, this statement has clouded the other health concerns and problems that exist with the product.

Many of us receive prescription medications, but find that we may still have some pills left over after our symptoms have subsided. Or, you may find that your medicine cabinet is filled with drugs you don’t need, or that are expired. So what are you supposed to do with them? First, it is important to understand the difference between the drugs you have been prescribed.

Cooking for someone with diabetes during the holiday season can be difficult. Read some of our latest tips and holiday recipes to make sure your Thanksgiving dinner is a big hit!

Any woman that has ovaries is at risk of ovarian cancer. However, there are some lifestyle factors you can control to decrease your risk of ovarian cancer.

Would you be able to identify these poisonous plants right here in Ohio? They may be lurking in your backyard right now, and you might not even know it. Check out our visual guide to the top 5 poisonous plant in the Buckeye state.

When something flares up, how do you know when to go to urgent care or the family doctor, or if it’s serious enough to go to the nearest ER? Find out.

Planning is the key to smart, budget friendly, healthy shopping.

Is carbon monoxide odorless? Yes - and colorless. The gas can be deadly. Read a list of tips to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning on Empower, the Firelands blog.

Stephanie Breault, nurse practitioner at Firelands Physician Group, shares her story of losing her colleague and friend, Eric, to suicide. Learn how to look for suicidal signs.

At Firelands Regional Health System, we are always looking for ways to help you and your family feel better. Whether that is through shorter wait times, quicker visits at one of our Urgent Cares, providing compassionate care during your treatment and recovery, or matching you with a primary care provider that fits your health care needs.

There is more than meets the eye when you venture out onto Lake Erie. The lake has a number of hazards which can become dangerous very quickly. Most people don’t realize that a lake can become extremely deadly and dangerous during the right weather conditions.