STOMACH FLU OR GASTROENTERITIS Stomach flu or Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the lining of the stomach and intestines. Not to be confused with food poisoning, the main symptoms include vomiting and diarrhea. It is usually not serious in healthy people, but it can sometimes lead to dehydration or cause more severe symptoms. According to [...]
Aging, the Sun and Skin Damage Aging, the sun and skin damage go hand in hand. With Spring Break upon us, it may be the first time we are out in UV rays for the season. Over the winter, we shed old skin and lose the pigment changes that happened with [...]
Strep Throat Symptoms Strep throat symptoms can start with a sore throat. A sore throat can be caused by a variety of factors including viruses, allergens, bacteria, various irritants such as household chemicals, or chronic postnasal drip. Despite the fact that these are common symptoms, they should not be ignored. Most of the [...]
Eating Healthy for the Holidays Food, family, and fun are abundant during the holiday season, and the chances of overindulging are high. Even though overeating isn't an emergency, people trying to watch their weight, who have diabetes, or have food allergies might find it helpful to plan for meals. The dinner table may be [...]
Breast Cancer Awareness Month According to the World Health Organization, breast cancer is the most common cancer in the world, accounting for 12% of all new cases of cancer diagnosed each year. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an we recognize the annual campaign to raise public awareness of the disease's consequences. With [...]
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning - the Silent Killer Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless and odorless gas that is lethal. It is known as the "silent killer" since it cannot be seen, smelled, or tasted. CO inhibits your blood cells from transporting oxygen when you breathe it in. What We Know CO poisoning can happen [...]
Back to School Safety for Children The school year is quickly approaching, and that means more children will be walking or biking to school. For parents, this means it's time to start thinking about school safety. It is important to make sure your children are aware of the dangers they [...]
Immunizations and Sports Physicals Immunizations and sports physicals are part of our back-to-school checklist of things to do for the family. Summer is at its peak, and back-to-school things are beginning to appear on store shelves. The last few weeks of summer are ideal for completing your back-to-school health task list. [...]
Causes of Low Sex Drive What Causes Low Sex Drive? Everyone's libido changes from time to time, often due to stress, sickness, marital troubles, or just the rigors of daily living. However, if you've experienced a significant or long-term decline in your sex drive, your hormones could be the cause. Our wellness experts are [...]
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