Everyone knows that winter is peak time for contagious illnesses. While many believe it's because of the harsh winter weather, that really isn't the case. In the colder months, people are more and more likely to stay indoors where they are exposed to more people, instead of germs diluting through the fresh air, they are contained in schools, daycares, and work offices. So what exactly is going around this time of year? In ...
Between 2003 and 2009, waiting time spent in emergency rooms increased from 46.5 minutes to 58.1 minutes. While there are some instances that require the care of an emergency room, it is often preferable to visit an after hours urgent care center for minor injuries and illnesses. Despite how easy it is to visit an urgent care center, it can sometimes be a challenge knowing when it is required. To help you determine ...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) releases an annual report disclosing the status of sexually transmitted diseases in the United States. The 2015 Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance Report showed that the U.S. currently has a record number of cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. Most of these cases were among young adults and teenagers. Over half of all gonorrhea and chlamydia cases were found in those under 25 years of age. As ...
Cool and comfortable autumn weather has many people prepping their homes for the winter. Cleaning gutters, chopping wood, covering delicate plants, and raking up leaves are annual chores for many. And while we often don't give these chores much thought beforehand, it's best that we do. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimated that 333,000 people went to the emergency room for injuries related to garden equipment in 2014. That same ...
Summer is nearly over, and it's likely that you've spent some time in the sun. As tans start to fade, however, many people find themselves going to tanning salons to keep up on their summer glows. While having tan skin may make you feel great, tanning can have long-term effects on your health. Since 1975, skin cancer rates have more than tripled. This is partly due to the thinning of the earth's ...
Summer is nearly over, and it's likely that you've spent some time in the sun. As tans start to fade, however, many people find themselves going to tanning salons to keep up on their summer glows. While having tan skin may make you feel great, tanning can have long-term effects on your health. Since 1975, skin cancer rates have more than tripled. This is partly due to the thinning of the earth's ...
Is your primary care available when you are? Are you apprehensive about visiting a family health clinic to get tested for an STD? Look no further, as there are more options for STD testing than you might have thought possible. While the U.S. does need more primary care physicians -- about 52,000 more by the year 2025 -- online STD testing is available in the meantime. Skeptical? Here's what you should know! How does ...
Is your primary care available when you are? Are you apprehensive about visiting a family health clinic to get tested for an STD? Look no further, as there are more options for STD testing than you might have thought possible. While the U.S. does need more primary care physicians -- about 52,000 more by the year 2025 -- online STD testing is available in the meantime. Skeptical? Here's what you should know! How does ...
Summer might be fun, and spring is lovely, but the best season has got to be fall. The changing leaves, the brisk winds and the warm fires bring everyone closer, and the leisure activities can’t be beat. Over a third of Americans list fall as their favorite season, blowing all of the other seasons out of the water. However, fall requires a change of habits to stay healthy, especially as the days grow shorter ...
For many kids, the summer is a three-month-long outdoor adventure, and they celebrate the warm weather and free time by riding bikes, hiking and playing sports. But as the school year begins, it can become harder for families to carve out the time to be active and stay healthy. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, kids are getting less physical activity and more junk food than ever, which can lead to a ...
