Blog Category: Living Well

Wearing a face covering is now mandatory statewide while in public places. Joan Amistoso, ARNP, with Overlake Clinics Urgent Care discusses the reasons why it's important to wear one.

Those undergoing cancer treatment may want to know if they are at increased risk of contracting COVID-19 infection, and if they are at increased risk of COVID-19 complications. Overlake medical oncologist Stephen Lemon, MD discusses the risk and steps patients should take to keep safe during the pandemic.

In the current state of the world, parents can be nervous about taking their child to the doctor. As a result, vaccines and development screenings are being delayed. Overlake's Dr. Greg Maddox explains why it’s important not to skip these appointments.

Overlake offers minimally invasive surgical procedures using the latest technology and advanced techniques for the replacement of hips and knees.

There is a lot of focus on how to take care of our physical health during COVID-19, but how do we cope with the mental health struggles we are experiencing? Caroline Cutrone, a social worker with Overlake's Outpatient Psychiatry clinic, gives five concrete tips on how to take care of our emotions during this time.

Our hip and knee joints do so much work for our bodies to move day in and day out. It’s no wonder after years of wear and tear that millions of Americans are affected by degenerative joint disease. Overlake primary care physician, Sean Yang, MD, shares what you can do to keep your hip and knee joints healthy.

It is times of difficulty that truly test a community’s character. In the time of COVID-19, our Eastside community has proven itself generous, steadfast and unstinting in its support for caregivers and its concern for one another.

Caregivers at Overlake have been at the heart of this global health crisis since COVID-19 emerged in our region, supporting our community when it needs them most. Their commitment is an inspiration to us all.

Due to the stay-at-home order, you may have found yourself off your normal routine. Overlake diabetes educator Lisa Levinson offers tips on easy ways to fit in fitness and eat right to maintain your health.