Spring is coming and as we’re excited to put the winter behind us, we are now heading towards a heavy allergy season. Word on the street is, with sporadic climate changes, pollen has already started blowing our way. If that itch in your nose or your eyes is starting to get to you, then it's time to prepare and avoid allergy triggers so that you can hopefully find some relief this spring and ...
Have you ever had that scratchy, itchy feeling? The one that starts in the back of your throat and suddenly turns into a painful burning sensation? Some people say it’s like trying to swallow broken glass. Now that’s a pretty vivid description of a sore throat and if you have ever had one that bad then you’re not likely to forget it. With a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, you’re probably wondering ...
New year, new you? I wouldn't celebrate just yet. COVID-19 is still around and there has been an uptick in cases over the past two months. You’re probably wondering if that Christmas gathering or New Year party you went to last week warrants a COVID-19 test or two. The answer is YES! But, with so many testing options out there, knowing what to get and when can be confusing, especially when there is ...
COVID-19 remains in the spotlight, with the COVID-19 tests, vaccines, and health and safety guidelines right before Christmas. When will it end?! By next year we’re hoping it’s’ hold on us will weaken, but coronavirus is not going away and maybe with us to stay. As we now have COVID-19 vaccines and more options to test for COVID, it has made it easier to spend time with loved ones for the holidays. The ...
It’s National Diabetes Awareness Month and it’s time to take diabetes to heart! Millions of people are affected by this chronic health condition and there are millions who are not aware of the symptoms and signs that could lead to one of the more serious types of diabetes. Being prediabetic puts you at a higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Although there isn’t a cure yet for diabetes, it is manageable ...
Flu season 2021/2022 is approaching and it’s time to get your annual flu shots. As the flu was the only thing we had to worry about spreading prior to 2020, this fall and winter, COVID-19 may also be in the mix as well. This year, we have new updates to the flu vaccines so that we all can prevent the flu. We hope that by eliminating flu we can rule this out when ...
Who else has noticed that the bee’s around here are getting more aggressive? It’s not your imagination, and it's pretty common this time of year. What you should know is that we’re entering angry bee season. Usually, during the late summer and early fall, bees get close to the end of their season and are preparing to die off. As they fight for survival and resources, they get angry, and are ...
Is your little trooper excited to go back to school in-person? They might have skipped going to the doctor’s office last year when going to school virtually. But this year, going back to school means going back to the doctor. Why? Because it’s a whole new school year with potential health risks. We can’t forget about updating yearly vaccinations or preparing for illnesses like the flu this winter. Since kids will be ...
Is your little trooper excited to go back to school in-person? They might have skipped going to the doctor’s office last year when going to school virtually. But this year, going back to school means going back to the doctor. Now is the time for your child's back to school physical. Why? Because it’s a whole new school year with potential health risks. We can’t forget about updating yearly vaccinations or ...
Summer break is here! The kids are home, and it’s time to take a long awaited break from COVID-19. Traveling is well-established as being both spiritually and emotionally healthy. However, between flying in a congested airplane and encountering a near-infinite number of foreign bacteria, traveling can be unhealthy if you’re not fully prepared. In order to ensure that your body is safe enough to combat the health risks associated with international and domestic ...
