Sue Thoms is a writer and storyteller who joined Health Beat after a 30-year career at The Grand Rapids Press. She loves writing stories that shine a light on the resilience and beauty of the human spirit. In addition to medical features, she writes fiction and has published seven picture books for children. Michigan born and raised, Sue enjoys exploring the state with her family―especially the lakes, sand dunes and ski hills. Contact her at susan.thoms@spectrumhealth.org.
¿Desea romper su rutina sedentaria? Écheles un vistazo a las recomendaciones del cardiólogo-prevencionista.
Want to break out of your sedentary rut? Check out these tips from a preventive cardiologist.
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