It’s recommended that everyone get a physical exam once per year, regardless of age or health. And yet, despite the fact that 92% of people believe that a physical is an important aspect of their health care plan, many choose to skip the exam entirely. Are you on the fence about scheduling your physical? Here … Continued
Have you been experiencing some discomfort in your pelvic region lately? There’s a good chance that you could have a urinary tract infection (UTI). This type of infection is common, especially in women. A whopping 50-60% of women will contract a UTI in their lifetime. Though getting a UTI isn’t unusual, it’s still a serious … Continued
If you’ve experienced migraines, you know they are painful and often debilitating. About 38 million people suffer from migraines in the U.S. alone–sometimes as often as once a month. Fortunately, most migraines are treated successfully at home. But it’s not “just” a common headache. The severest migraine headaches need treatment from your doctor or a … Continued
Do you feel like there’s something lodged in your leg when you’re running or doing high impact activities? It could be a stress fracture. Stress fractures are very small cracks in a bone, not a full break. They happen in overused bones that take the brunt of weight or impact rebounds. That means ankles, leg … Continued
6.3 million bone breaks and fractures occur in the United States every year. The risk of falling victim to that extraordinarily high number of incidents goes up with young people. Why? Because while being young comes with traits like an expansive imagination and infinite optimism, it also comes with a certain defiance of danger. To … Continued
There’s nothing like taking some time away from your desk or to get off the couch and exploring the great outdoors. Whether you love to go hiking or you can’t get enough of being at the beach, it’s important to be prepared for anything. Always bring the appropriate gear for your outdoor activity of choice, … Continued
When the sniffles set in, and you find yourself sneezing, coughing and spluttering, how do you know if it’s a cold or the flu? It’s important to know which is which, as a cold is generally harmless but the flu can lead to serious health problems. In fact, 200,000 Americans are hospitalized each year because … Continued
Of the several kinds of urinary tract infection, bladder infections are the most common. In fact, researchers estimate that 40-60% of women will suffer a UTI during their lifetime, and the majority of those are bladder infections. Why women in particular? It has to do with the difference in urethral length between men and women. … Continued
With massive snowstorms attacking the northeast almost every week, catching a cold unfortunately too common for this time of year. If you are constantly traveling in the cold weather, or just feel like a change in temperature keeps attacking your immune system, keep reading to find 3 ways to easily stop a cold. Disinfect Everything … Continued
Is your child’s recent ear piercing not looking as healthy as it should? Studies have shown that about one in every five body piercings will get infected at some point. If left untreated, the infection could turn dangerous, possibly even deadly. It’s important to keep an eye on any new piercing, even one as tame … Continued