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Youth involvement in sports is huge and the numbers are not coming down anytime soon. Not convinced? Take a walk to any soccer field, gym after school hours or during the weekend and you’ll be shocked to see how large interest and participation has risen. In the U.S alone, about a whopping 30 million kids and young adults engage in sports. As participation is increasing, so is the occurrence of sports injuries. Over ...

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Maintaining wellness is a key factor staying on top of your overall health. Lifestyle factors including diet, exercise, and cutting out healthy behaviors are critical for ensuring that you don’t develop chronic diseases. In addition, patients that current have chronic diseases benefit from incorporating new wellness changes into their daily lives. So what should patients do in order to improve their wellness and manage chronic disease risk factors? Exercise daily and slowly build a ...

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An allergic reaction can be scary, and potentially life-threatening, if you’re not care and take necessary precautions. Allergic reactions can range from minor and basic irritations to anaphylaxis, which is when the body is experiencing a life-threatening allergic reaction says the Mayo Clinic. Anaphylaxis is commonly referred as anaphylactic shock and is a when the human body specifically comes into contact with an allergic agent. In some cases, anaphylaxis can have a delayed reaction ...

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Getting fit seems impossible when you can’t  find the time to get to the gym, overcome your fear of working out around other people, or get the motivation to get out of the house. If making it to the gym is what’s been standing in the way of you and your dream body, today’s the day that changes! Follow these at home exercises that require no special equipment or gym membership and ...

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Sports-related injuries are acute or chronic injuries that affect elite and amateur athletes alike. Many of these injuries tend to stem from minor trauma to muscles, ligaments, and/or tendons, according to Massachusetts General Hospital. One cannot predict when a sports injury will occur, but assessment and treatment are important to recovery and getting back in the game. Here’s a look at how athletic/sports-related injuries are assessed and treated. Use the “ABCDE” method ...

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Wintertime is in full swing and you’re thinking of both the good and the bad things that the wintry season will bring. The pros of winter include snow days (for some), sledding, skiing, and other fun activities that come with the cold weather. When planned appropriately, the winter can be a time of great joy and fun with your family! Conversely, the winter can lead to more illnesses and injuries related to the drop ...

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Health and wellness are linked to a longer and happier life. However, it is important to know that improving wellness takes a lot of effort and discipline. Good nutrition is only one part in a series of major lifestyle changes that improve overall health. The quality of what a person eats, how much they sleep, and their level of physical activity are all factors that lead to optimal wellness. Eat a balanced diet A proper ...

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With Thanksgiving right around the corner, your mind is likely filled with thoughts of stuffing, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, and of course, turkey! Turkey is a tradition that fills the tables and plates of most Americans this time of year, but it can also mean urgent cares and emergency rooms filled with knife injuries. To help keep your holiday at home and out of the hospital, we’ve gathered a list of some of the ...

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As the flu season comes into full effect, it’s important to know the symptoms you should look out for. If you notice any early flu symptoms, you may be able to isolate to avoid infecting those around you. You may even be ready to begin treating the illness before it turns into vomiting, dehydration, and high fever that you can’t control. The First Symptoms Some of the earliest symptoms of the flu include ...

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We try to avoid them as much as we can, but injuries are bound to happen sometimes. Depending on your line of work, hobbies, and how quickly you bleed and bruise, you may be so used to having small injuries that it becomes straightforward to downplay them. You don’t want to rush for the hospital for something that can be bandaged at home, but you also shouldn’t attempt to treat an injury at ...

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