" This is the time of year when many of us begin spending more time outside. While it’s always fun to get out and enjoy the weather, your summer fun could be interrupted by an unwanted visitor. Ticks manage to find their way onto many people each year and spread things like Lyme disease, tick fever, virus infections and more. Prevention truly is the best course of action when it comes to ticks so before ...
" The harmful UV rays of the sun can contribute to skin and health problems. From premature aging to skin cancer, the radiation from the sun can cause severe damage to the health of your skin. Sunblock is capable of diminishing the harmful effects of the sun when worn and provide several health benefits. Let’s look at some of the benefits of wearing sunscreen. 1. Sunblock Protects Beyond Sunburn Sunblock helps to minimize damaging sunburns ...
" Sex education is a tricky thing. For the most part, many young adults are misleadingly exposed to sex. Media and entertainment provide teens with a less than perfect look at what consequences can come from unsafe sex. In order to promote the best sex education possible, STD awareness has proved to be the most successful way to teach safe and responsible sex to young adults. The Influence of STD Awareness STD Awareness Month is in ...
" Chronic diseases are something that doctors and patients have struggled against for years. Despite how common they are, many chronic diseases go undiagnosed and untreated for an extended period of time. The cause for that can be blamed on a lack of education and knowledge about the disease themselves, and warning signs to look out for. Take a look at the 7 most common chronic diseases in the US so you know what you may ...
" The stomach flu is responsible for many hospital visits each year and in some cases, even results in death. The stomach flu is characterized by vomiting, diarrhea, cramping, and a low fever in most people. The gastrointestinal symptoms can quickly lead to dehydration, which is what sends most people to the hospital. When it comes to something as dangerous as the flu, doctors urge patients to prevent the illness before it occurs in whatever way ...
" Symptoms of the Chickenpox Chickenpox used to be one of the most common viruses to affect children before its vaccination became available in the United States in 1995. Its symptoms include a rash across the body, as well as mild fever. The virus is highly contagious and spreads quickly in contained groups, and you are immune to it once you have contracted it. Most people have experienced chickenpox by adulthood. If you work in childcare ...
" It is 2019 & there is much confusion about weight & how we should be accepting people. While it is true that people come in all different shapes, this does not mean that being underweight or overweight is no longer a health problem. Body image has continuously been an issue since the begging of advertisements when unhealthily skinny looking models made the majority of the population believe that was the body type we should all strive for ...
" If you have a child in sports, there is a possibility they may come home with a sports injury one day. The best thing to do is to make sure you are prepared in case this situation does happen; you will know what steps to take & will be at ease knowing you have the job under control. Please read more here to get some insight on what to do when your child receives a sports ...
" Flu season is in full swing this season, and now is the time to start thinking about ways to prevent the flu in your household. From early fall to mid-winter, cases of influenza begin to spread rapidly in local communities as more individuals stay indoors, the weather cools down, and the virus has more opportunities to spread. Don’t worry though! The flu is highly preventable as long as families do their part in practicing ...
" Many patients get confused about differences between “urgent care” and medical emergencies, which can lead to unnecessary long waits and high costs for medical services. Urgent care by its most basic definition is when a patient is experiencing a discomforting illness or painful injury that requires immediate care but does not qualify as a medical emergency. Conversely, a medical emergency is a life threatening situation that requires immediate care in an emergency room (ER). However ...
" The holidays are a time when food is at the forefront of everyone’s mind. Insteadholiday snacks surround you it is good or bad. For those who are concerned with packing on the holiday pounds, it’s easy to dread this time of year. Feeling like you can’t treat yourself when you’re surrounded by holiday snacks is actually much worse than indulging. Of course, there are a few things to keep in mind ...
" Occupational Health refers to the many disciplines devoted to the safety and well-being of employees in the workplace, often concentrating on injury prevention. Even with solid practices in place, accidents do occur, and having an experienced occupational healthcare provider you trust can make all the difference. Workplace injuries can result in lost time, indemnity costs, and lower productivity for an employer. Studies have shown that the same workplace injury can have catastrophic consequences to the ...
" Occupational Health refers to the many disciplines devoted to the safety and well-being of employees in the workplace, often concentrating on injury prevention. Even with solid practices in place, accidents do occur, and having an experienced occupational healthcare provider you trust can make all the difference. Workplace injuries can result in lost time, indemnity costs, and lower productivity for an employer. Studies have shown that the same workplace injury can have catastrophic consequences to the ...
" During flu season, it can be a challenge to decide what you can treat at home and what might require a trip to a medical clinic. The symptoms that come along with the flu will make you feel miserable, but you can typically treat your symptoms at home. If you don’t treat your symptoms properly or if they’re getting worse instead of better, medical attention may be the right answer. Over 200,000 ...
" During flu season, it can be a challenge to decide what you can treat at home and what might require a trip to a medical clinic. The symptoms that come along with the flu will make you feel miserable, but you can typically treat your symptoms at home. If you don’t treat your symptoms properly or if they’re getting worse instead of better, medical attention may be the right answer. Over 200,000 ...
" Did you know that every year, 1 in 6 Americans get sick from consuming contaminated food? Food poisoning, also called foodborne illness, can be life-threatening, and therefore, it is crucial to follow the CDC’s food safety guidelines when cooking. Food Safety Tips 1. Wash Wash your hands, surfaces you will be using to cook, utensils and cutting boards with hot soapy water. 2. Separate Separate the raw meats, seafood and eggs because they can ...
" Did you know that every year, 1 in 6 Americans get sick from consuming contaminated food? Food poisoning, also called foodborne illness, can be life-threatening, and therefore, it is crucial to follow the CDC’s food safety guidelines when cooking. Food Safety Tips 1. Wash Wash your hands, surfaces you will be using to cook, utensils and cutting boards with hot soapy water. 2. Separate Separate the raw meats, seafood and eggs because they can ...
" What are the odds of me getting an STD? If you’re sexually active, you may have had doubts if you’ve contracted a sexually transmitted disease. A sexually transmitted disease (STD) is an infectious illness that is transmitted through unprotected sexual activity. A lot of things factor into the likelihood of getting an STD during any sexual encounter and if not detected and treated early on, can lead to life-long illnesses. What factors contribute ...
" What are the odds of me getting an STD? If you’re sexually active, you may have had doubts if you’ve contracted a sexually transmitted disease. A sexually transmitted disease (STD) is an infectious illness that is transmitted through unprotected sexual activity. A lot of things factor into the likelihood of getting an STD during any sexual encounter and if not detected and treated early on, can lead to life-long illnesses. What factors contribute ...
" What’s the difference between sprains and strains? Sprain: an injury to the ligaments, which connect the end of one bone to another Strain: an injury to a muscle of tendon (which attaches muscle to bone) When it comes to treating minor injuries, it’s importance to practice the RICE method: rest, ice, compression, and elevation. If the pain is persistent, you may want to seek medical attention and be advised on the best treatment ...
