Concussions are inevitable at every level of football, because it's a collision sport. Novant Health's Dr. Kip Corrington, a former college star and NFL player, discusses his personal history with concussions, what parents of young athletes need to consider, and steps to take if a young athlete sustains a concussion.

So, the drink of the summer of 2019 appears to be spiked seltzer. Part of the sales pitch from the beverage industry  is that these drinks are better for you than other forms of alcohol. So we asked Novant Health registered dietitian Andrea Hiatt: are spiked seltzers actually  “healthier?”  You'll find hundreds of stories like this at HealthyHeadlines. Got an idea for story? Email: [email protected].

The parent had lost a child nearly 10 years ago but was still buying toys and filling the late child's bedroom with them. Dr. Obinna Ikwechegh of Novant Health explains how therapy got the patient to a better place and how therapy helps us work through the problems and challenges in our lives.

What happens when you don't have a health care "champion" who can represent your wishes if you can't speak for yourself?  Registered nurse Alisha Childs tells you what she's seen and why it's vital to get your health care choices down on paper.  You'll find all the resources you'll need at Novant Health's Choices and Champions program. Click here for a link, and to read about what one hospital administrator learned from his grandmother's death.

There’s a myriad of diets out there claiming to do the same thing: give the weight loss results that you want. But what does a registered dietician really think about all of this? Tune in to find out which diet tips actually work. Check out these deep dives on intermittent fasting and trendy keto diet.

Jermaine Dalton is among the relatively small number of black men in nursing. Why is that the case and why does having more representation matter? In this episode we discuss the challenges and solutions ahead. And be sure to check out this story that goes deeper on the topic.

Alzheimer's disease affects nearly 6 million Americans, and that number will grow as Baby Boomers age. Novant Health neurologist Dr. Mark Pippenger discusses the impact Alzheimer’s has on a patient’s family members and friends.  He'll dive into concerns he often hears:  Are you likely to suffer from the disease? If so, what's treatment going to be like 10 or so years from now?

For many of us, saying 'No' can be really hard. Maybe we want to be helpful, or have a boss who's depending on our work. Family, social obligations and volunteer work can also be overwhelming. But learning to assert control over our lives is a key building block for a fulfilling life. Listen to learn why it's important. And more importantly, how to do it.  Read story here.