" February is American Heart Month and is the perfect time for friends, family, medical communities, and other groups to promote awareness of cardiac health risks, including heart disease. According to the CDC, nearly one in three Americans has high blood cholesterol that increases their risk of developing chronic heart disease later on in life. While the CDC is helping to educate the public on the risks of high blood cholesterol, patients can make sure they ...
" Influenza is miserable, no matter how you slice it. Between dealing with a fever, chills, and achy muscles all over your body, it’s enough to drive a person crazy. Fortunately, the flu shot is a relatively effective way of avoiding this annoying ailment that is most prevalent during the winter months. You might be wondering, though, if it’s worthwhile for everyone in your household to get the flu shot each year. In this ...
" During the winter months, the weather outside is equally frigid and frightful. Even though it can be pretty from inside a warm, cozy house, it can be downright hazardous to venture outdoors. Elderly people with mobility problems are at the highest risk, but even the most able-bodied individuals can fall when roads and walkways covered in ice and snow. This guide features some helpful tips that will make it easier for you to stay physically ...
" No matter what holiday you’re celebrating, there’s no doubt that there’s a fair number of festive treats involved. If you’ve been trying to lose weight or get healthy, those tables filled with treats are probably more temptation than you’ve allowed yourself to face in a long while. Trying to restrict over the holidays is stressful, but lucky for you we have a list of reasons why you shouldn’t restrict ...
" The head cold, also known as the common cold, is usually normal to catch during the cold and flu season, but having it can impact your daily life. Bouts of coughing, sneezing, and a pounding headache can leave you feeling tired and rundown for a few days. While most colds are mild and can last for generally a week, people who are easily susceptible and have weak immune systems can develop more serious illnesses such ...
" 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 ...
" The day you noticed flu symptoms probably started like any other day – you get the kids off to school, head over the office, and next thing you know, you notice a tickle in your throat. The chills might come next. Now you think, “Could I have the flu?” While you may have done everything you could to protect yourself against the flu including getting your annual flu shot, practicing good hygiene, getting a full night ...
" Did you know that the family is the most important social influence for physical activity? Research shows that children of active parents are 5.8 times more likely to engage in physical activity on a regular basis. Today, most children do not meet the recommended amount of daily exercise, which is crucial to healthy growth and development. To get your kids moving, it’s important that you’re moving too! Here are a few fun ...
" Diagnosing asthma in children is important to ensure proper treatment and care of the condition. If asthma is left untreated, it could cause dire consequences. Having a better understanding of what asthma is can help keep your little ones health. Let’s learn a little more about how asthma could be detected in your child. Review Medical history Before trying to diagnose or treat your child, your child’s providerwill want to know more about ...
" Summer is almost over and it is time to switch gears and start thinking about your kids going back to school! If your kids are about to enter grade school for the first time, this can be a very emotional and nerve-racking time leaving your child for the majority of the day. If your kids have been in grade school, you should still use these back to school safety tips for the new year! 1 ...
