Every Autumn, we say good-bye to Daylight Saving Time and hello to Standard Time when most Americans turn their clocks back one hour. Daylight Saving Time officially ends at 2:00 am on the first Sunday in November, this year on November 2. Winston Churchill...
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Statistics show that 1 in every 8 American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Just as we do with any other health condition, it’s important to talk about risk factors – anything that...
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. In fact, millions of Americans are diagnosed with some form of heart disease throughout their lifetime. For many decades, aging has been recognized as the primary risk factor for heart attacks...
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As a parent, we try to take every precaution and safety measure possible to keep our kids safe. Vaccines are vital in keeping them protected from certain illnesses and diseases by strengthening their immune systems, as well as keeping those around them safe....
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Stroke remains one of the leading causes of death and disability among Americans. Though revolutionary treatments and medical advancements have been made in stroke care, prevention is still the best medicine. One simple way we can reduce our risk of a stroke...
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Washing your hands is one of the best ways to avoid getting sick. It helps prevent the spread of germs and bacteria, both at home and in public spaces. You can help protect yourself and loved ones from harmful bacteria by washing your hands properly and...
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We hear about cholesterol from our doctor, especially in conversations about heart health. Usually, a simple blood draw gives our primary care doctor a read on our cholesterol levels. But isn’t cholesterol listed in the nutrition facts on our favorite...
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Diabetes is more common than many people realize. It’s important to evaluate your own health and determine whether you are at risk. For those living with diabetes, it’s equally important to make sure you are properly managing your diagnosis. According...
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Sunscreens help protect our skin from harmful UV rays that cause sunburn, premature aging, and skin cancer. While dermatologists recommend we apply sunscreen every day, more than half of Americans rarely or never use sunscreen. These days, there are lots of...
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Chronic respiratory disease, or CRD, can have significant effects on a patient’s life. One of the most common CRDs is asthma, a disease diagnosed quite frequently in children. Either environmental or hereditary factors, or a combination of both, can...
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