As summer heats up, families are spending more and more time outside enjoying activities like going to the lake and chilling outdoors. With all of this recreation time, you or a member of your family could be subject to minor injuries like splinters. While splinters aren’t typically very harmful, they do hurt. When you get … Continued
Ear infections are very common. They are the most common reason children are brought to the doctor and estimates suggest that by their third birthday, 5 in 6 children will have suffered from an ear infection and they can happen to babies as well. They’re not exclusive to children either. While they are more common among … Continued
Around 44 million Americans get annual physicals, and 92 percent of people surveyed feel it’s important to get annual physicals. Have you scheduled yours yet? Most of us only go to the doctor when something is wrong. It is important to see your doctor for a physical to help prevent future health issues, establish baselines, and … Continued
In the United States, there are between 11,000 to 13,000 cases of strep throat each year. Strep throat is an infection that is caused by the Streptococcus bacteria. It is infectious and spread through respiratory droplets. That means you can catch strep throat by breathing it in, touching something with droplets on it and then … Continued
In the United States, 1.1 million people are burned and require medical attention every year. For many people, burns happen as part of cooking, working on vehicles, or staying out in the sun for too long. Whether or not you will need treatment depends on what degree the wound is labeled as on the burn classification … Continued
Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, men, and most ethnic groups? Are you looking for a way to identify heart disease and avoid that statistic? Find out how an EKG works exactly and how it’s beneficial for a heart exam. Read on to explore what it is … Continued
You’re sleeping soundly when your baby wakes you up, crying. That’s nothing unusual, except this time, your infant won’t stop weeping no matter what you do. There could be a list of reasons why your child’s crying, but you don’t know how to identify the right one. You suspect it might be an ear infection. … Continued
An injury as small as a papercut can become a serious health problem if not treated properly. Everybody experiences a cut like this or a wound at some point (if not often) in their lives. So, everyone should know the signs of an infected wound, in case things don’t heal as they’re supposed to, to … Continued
Allergies are a tricky thing to look out for or keep in mind in social settings. Whether it be birthday parties, sports games, or just school events, allergies in kids are important to keep track of. In situations where foods are shared and close contact is possible, knowing what allergies to look out for can … Continued
Fishing is one of the most enjoyable, meditative and peaceful activities you could ever engage in. Not only are you learning to skillfully get some bites, but you’re also spending plenty of time in nature and enjoying the present moment as you sit and wait. Nothing puts a serious damper on fishing plans like enduring … Continued