" Winter is here, which means sledding and hot chocolate! But with the good comes the bad: specifically, the common cold. The average person will catch 3-4 colds a year, and dry air and increased time indoors make winter the easiest time to end up with this annoying illness. There is no cure for the common cold virus; it just has to run its course through rest and other self-care techniques. However, there are a couple ...
" The common cold and the flu are some of the fastest-spreading seasonal viruses in local communities, which can cause a spike in acute illnesses. However, many patients may not be able to determine if they have a common cold or a flu infection. Common colds and the influenza virus can cause similar symptoms such as sneezing, coughing, fever, headache, and congestion. When onset symptoms begin, a patient understands that they are sick but may confuse ...
" The United States Congress designated January as Cervical Health Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 13,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year. All women are at risk for cervical cancer, but it occurs most often in women over age 30. Long-lasting infection with certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) is the main cause of cervical cancer. HPV is a common virus that is passed from ...
" The hustle and bustle of the holidays is behind us and it’s the time of year when we all are just trying to stay warm! The frigid temps and lack of daylight can affect your physical and your mental health. In this cold weather it’s important to maintain healthy habits. And that means doing more than just bundling up! Our first and most important tip comes from Dr. Barlow, our Chief Medical Officer ...
" ‘Tis the season for more than just decorating, shopping and parties. It’s also the time of year when many people feel ill. Coughing, sneezing, and stuffy noses lead us to ask, “Is this a cold or do I have the flu?” So, what is the difference? Both the flu and the common cold are respiratory illnesses, but they are caused by different viruses. Because both can have some of the same symptoms, it can ...
" Did you know that the first week in December is National Handwashing Awareness week? This campaign encourages adults to make proper handwashing a part of their everyday life and encourages parents to teach their children to do the same. Germs can get into the body through the eyes, nose and mouth and people frequently touch these areas of the body with their hands without even realizing it making handwashing an essential part of our daily ...
" We all have feelings of stress from time to time, but the holidays can kick that stress into high gear. Overloaded schedules, decorating, family get-togethers and expensive gift lists can cause holiday stress levels to escalate. Stress can be unhealthy. So, what can you do to minimize some of these holiday stress inducers? Make a budget: One of the leading causes of holiday stress is financial concerns. Make a reasonable budget for shopping and stick ...
" The American Heart Association has designated November as Eat Smart Month and encourages Americans to take the first step to commit to healthier eating. But with November comes the season for holiday meals and sweet treats. This can make eating healthy this time of year a bit of a challenge. But don’t worry. Try these tips to help keep you on track and feeling great: Cut the sugar: Research continues to show that Americans ...
" November is National Diabetes Month and a time to bring attention to the management of the disease. According to the American Diabetes Association, 1.5 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes each year. In adults, type 1 diabetes accounts for approximately 5% of all diagnosed cases while type 2 diabetes accounts for 95%. In type 1 diabetes, the body does not make enough insulin, a hormone that the body needs to get glucose from the ...
" According to the Heart Rhythm Society, more than 350,000 deaths occur each year from Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). To decrease the death toll from SCA, it is important to understand what SCA is, what the warning signs are, and how to respond to an SCA event. People often use the term “heart attack” interchangeably with SCA, but they are NOT the same thing! What is the difference? A heart attack occurs when a blocked ...
