Your kidneys are vital to your body’s functionality. They work non-stop to filter blood. Over time, it is common for our kidneys’ functionality to decrease as we age. But some people experience severe kidney problems, like chronic kidney disease. And if left untreated, this can lead to major health problems like stroke, heart attack, kidney
The gall bladder is a small organ which helps your body digest fats. It stores bile produced by the liver, until it is time to be released into the small intestine so that it can break down the fat in food. Cholecystitis is a condition that occurs as a result of this process not
Many adults experience lower back pain but often don’t realize that their everyday activities are the cause of it. Back pain can interfere with your life, so it is important to pinpoint the cause and make changes that will help alleviate the pain. What’s Causing My Lower Back Pain? Two of the most common causes
September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. About 20% of children living in the U.S suffer from obesity. This month is meant to raise awareness about childhood obesity and inform people about who is at greater risk for childhood obesity and how they can prevent obesity in their families. Get an early start The best way
It’s “back to school” time, and many parents are having to make hard decisions about whether their kids will attend school in person, online, or a combination of both. There is a lot we can’t control right now, but there are things you can do to help ensure your kids health and safety. This year,
During Summer months, many people want to lose a little weight for the days spent at the pool or beach in a bathing suit. However, it’s always good to remember that being healthy is the most important thing when it comes to dieting and weight loss. Often, the best dieting plan is full of
Exposure to the sun can have many benefits including vitamin D intake and improvement in mental health. However, too much sun exposure can cause problems such as skin cancer, eye damage, sun burn, and immune system suppression. There are several things you can do to help prevent negative effects of sun exposure while also enjoying
Recently, a new syndrome in pediatric patients linked to COVID-19 has been seen in several U.S. states and in parts of Europe. There is much we don’t know about Pediatric Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome, but doctors are working to better understand it, so that they can treat patients and help them recover. What is Pediatric Multi-System
Our health-care workers and hospitals have stepped up to serve their communities during the COVID-19 Pandemic. However, that doesn’t mean they aren’t continuing to care for all of the health concerns, injuries, and illnesses that brought people to hospitals before the pandemic. Recently there have been noticeably fewer people visiting emergency rooms. Part of
Over 5 million people in America live with Alzheimer’s disease, and the impact of the disease often extends to family members and friends who want to support and care for their loved ones. June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month, and it is an opportunity to raise awareness for the disease and to support caregivers
