These days, especially, it is not uncommon to feel high levels of stress and anxiety each day. This age of COVID-19, uncertain futures, and social distancing can make us feel low and anxious. It is important to take care of our mental health proactively; these high stress levels can lead to mental illness such as
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
Most people have experienced ear infections, sore throats, and sinus problems. But many people aren’t aware that there is a specific kind of doctor that specializes in treating these, and more, major problems associated with the ears, nose, and throat. What is an Otolaryngologist? An otolaryngologist, also called and ENT is a doctor who specializes in ear, nose,
Many women have been told that they don’t need to get screened for breast cancer until they are around 45 years old. However, receiving an early screening – around age 35 – is a hugely beneficial idea and should be considered, especially if your doctor advises it. An early screening could help detect abnormal cells
The long days and sunny vacations are winding down, and stores are beginning to stock their shelves with pencils and notebooks. You’ve done your back to school shopping for pencils, paper, and school uniforms, but have you made a back to school health checklist? Below are a few things you can do to help your
We’ve all heard that we should stretch before a workout, and we know we are supposed to ice sports injuries, but are these tips and tricks actually helpful, or are they just myth? Keeping your body safe during sports and other types of exercise should be a top priority, but it can be difficult to
Different health problems require different types of care, and it can be difficult and confusing to know where to seek the health care that will best serve you at that moment. Primary, urgent care, and emergency facilities are each designed for specific needs and health problems. If you feel confident about which one to choose
If the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of summer is “There goes the diet I was planning on sticking to,” think again. Sure, summer vacations and barbecues do tend to make sticking to a diet harder but eating healthy during the summer isn’t as hard as you think. The summer
It’s nearly time for kids to start heading back to school, which makes it the perfect time to check up on your child’s health. Common colds and illnesses get passed from child to child quite easily in the classroom environment, food allergies are easily triggered, and children can experience problems and pain as they grow,
Your skin is the biggest organ in your body, and it functions as a protector and sensor, making it extremely important for everyday life. Because of this, taking care of your skin is essential to ensuring that it stays healthy and functional. As weather and temperatures change, your skin, and the way you need to
