When you’re feeling pain or swelling in the upper neck area, you just might have a bacterial or viral infection. Although swollen glands (more appropriately called swollen lymph nodes) may indicate something as minor as a cold, it can also signify something as serious as lymphoma. But before you start worrying, have your doctor examine [...]
Obesity, dental issues, and type 2 diabetes mellitus have many Americans looking to cut out processed sugar from their diet. But let’s face it, we all need our sweet fix from time to time. With many artificial sweeteners to choose from, we can reduce our calorie count without completely sacrificing the treats we love. But [...]
June 18th is Father’s Day, the day that we celebrate the wonderful men in our lives. This is the one day where fathers are the center of attention and get spoiled and loved a little extra. Here are a few ideas on ways to celebrate Father’s Day 2023: Let him sleep in and serve his [...]
If you’ve been watching the news, you’ve probably heard about a serious illness that is linked to COVID-19 and primarily affects children – Kawasaki disease. Although the disease is still classified as rare, cases have been popping up in Montreal, Quebec, New York, and Louisiana. Should parents be worried? Are the recent cases of Kawasaki [...]
It’s hard to keep up with all the updates of the COVID-19 pandemic. At first, testing was not available. Now it is available… but not for everyone. And now, you’re hearing about the COVID-19 antibody testing. What is it and should you get it? Let’s look at a few things you should know. What’s the [...]
As we enter into what seems like the 20th month of surviving the coronavirus, some states are beginning to open back up. Residents can get back to doing some of the things they did before the quarantine. Unfortunately, even as cities lift restrictions, it’s important for everyone to continue to social distance. The last thing [...]
What is flesh-eating bacteria? Is it common? Formally known as necrotizing fasciitis, this tissue disease is rare. But the bacteria that causes this dreadful condition can be found everywhere. It can even be on your skin right now at this moment. But how does this bacteria cause a frightening life-threatening disease? Let’s take a look [...]
May 20th is autoimmune day, a day to raise awareness about the causes and effects of autoimmune diseases. The word “autoimmune” is often mistaken for Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), but these are two completely different medical conditions. If you have an autoimmune disease, here are some things you should know. What is an Autoimmune [...]
Getting enough sleep is an essential part of our daily life. It is important for managing stress and keeping you healthy. In fact, the amount a person gets can make a huge impact on a person’s overall health. Unfortunately, many people do not get enough each night. In these times of heightened stress and anxiety [...]
Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) medication that can be bought over-the-counter or prescribed by a doctor. It is usually a go-to medication for many. It can be used to reduce pain and swelling and help with fever reduction. But in higher doses, it can be used for more severe pain such as rheumatoid arthritis, [...]
