Dr. Nina Radcliff

NINA RADCLIFF: Father’s Day health tips for males everyday

I love how every month is marked with special dates holding treasured memories, special celebrations, notable recognitions - and precious gatherings. The month of June recognizes the men in our lives with National Men's Health Month and, too, Father's Day.

NINA RADCLIFF: Heads up on ‘text neck,’ other issues

As a society, we turn to our mobile phones for enhanced communication, information right at our fingertips and, in some cases, life-threatening situations.

NINA RADCLIFF: Ride the waves of stress to avoid burnout

When waves at the beach are small and consistent, and we are prepared, we can elegantly ride them to the shore. Similarly, stress can be beneficial and motivate us to perform at our best.

NINA RADCLIFF: Laughter is the best medicine, lol

In addition to being enjoyable, laughter is good for our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.

NINA RADCLIFF: Public restrooms harbor menaces to society

Most of us have a healthy concern about the germs lurking in every nook and cranny of a public bathroom.

NINA RADCLIFF: Memorial Day and summer safety tips

Summer is a season full of momentous activities and, all too often, an increase in summer injuries.

NINA RADCLIFF: Skin cancer: The sun always comes out, so wear protection

Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer, even above breast and prostate cancer.

NINA RADCLIFF: Synthetic ‘marijuana’ isn’t pot, isn’t safe

As states tackle with issues of legalizing "all natural" medical marijuana, the dangers of synthetic marijuana continue to surface

NINA RADCLIFF: Strokes: Act F-A-S-T, because every minute counts

NINA RADCLIFF: Distracted driving is an American epidemic

We are facing an epidemic in America — distracted driving.

NINA RADCLIFF: Depression and food: We are what we eat

Studies have proven that a healthy diet can help decrease our risk for depression as well as become an important part of a holistic approach to treat it.

NINA RADCLIFF: Sodium: Too much doesn’t do a body good

A new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that more than 50 percent of packaged products included in their study exceeded the FDA healthy food label guidelines for sodium.

NINA RADCLIFF: Anger management: Forgive and let go

A Buddha teaching states, "Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned."

NINA RADCLIFF: Alcoholism: 15% of adults are ‘problem drinkers’

Alcohol is involved in 50 percent of homicides, 30 percent of motor vehicle deaths and 50 percent of drownings.

NINA RADCLIFF: Dietary guidelines: New highlights and why

Let's take a closer look at some of the specifics.

NINA RADCLIFF: Colon screenings could be lifesavers

Regular colonoscopy screenings in people without risk factors should begin at age 50, and age 45 in African Americans.

NINA RADCLIFF: Seasonal allergies: Ah-ah-ah choo!

How do we suddenly switch gears from gloves, hats and thermals to making sure we carry plenty of tissue to dab our eyes and blow our nose?

NINA RADCLIFF: Sleep and weight linked: Our loss, our gain

Sleep has an effect on our appetite, physical activity, metabolism and cues that tell us we are full. And a lack of it is enemy No. 1 to our waistlines.

NINA RADCLIFF: Daylight saving time

Daylight Saving Time arrives March 8, forcing most of nation to "spring forward" by advancing our clocks one hour. Getting enough sleep is challenging enough as it is for most of us, and research shows that losing one hour – just 60 minutes – can affect our health.

NINA RADCLIFF: Unplug yourself: Time for a tech cleanse

Smartphones, and tablets, and computers! Oh my! The way we communicate has surely changed.