Your heart works continuously throughout your life to pump blood through your whole body. You have blood vessels that are continually carrying blood to all of your cells and organs: Arteries carry oxygen- and nutrient-rich blood to the cells, and veins carry depleted blood back to the heart and Read More
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Rotator Cuff Tear Vs. Frozen Shoulder
Your shoulder is the most mobile joint in your body. Certain activities like tennis and swimming can be rough on this joint. You might also be more at risk for a shoulder problem if you don't move your shoulder much or have diabetes. When you have shoulder pain, you may wonder if your shoulder issue Read More
Coughing: It Could Be More than a Cold
Coughing and sneezing are the body’s automatic reflex reactions to get rid of inhaled dust, germs, and mucus that irritate your airways. A sneeze is to get rid of something you inhaled through your nose, and a cough is to expel something out of your throat and airways. The common cold is caused Read More
What Is Allergy Testing?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, every year, there are 12 million physician office visits from patients who are experiencing symptoms of allergic rhinitis. Similarly, there are 3 million visits from those who have contact dermatitis or eczema. Allergic reactions such as Read More
Colonoscopy: Colon Cancer Screening and More
Colon cancer is slightly different than most other types of cancer insofar as how it develops. It tends to begin from a benign accumulation of cells in your colon (large intestine) known as a polyp. Sometimes, polyps become cancerous. Amazingly, this potentially serious and aggressive cancer is Read More
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Risks, Symptoms, and Treatment
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious medical condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in one of your veins. The affected vein is usually deep inside a muscle in your leg, but it can happen in a vein anywhere in your body. Let’s talk about what the risks and symptoms are of deep vein Read More
Metabolic Syndrome Is on the Rise: What It Is and Why It Matters
Are you familiar with metabolic syndrome? Understanding what metabolic syndrome is can help you delay or prevent it from developing. According to a recent study from the Journal of the American Medical Association, there has been an increase in its prevalence. This increase is attributed to the Read More
5 Mistakes That May Be Sabotaging Your Hand Washing
We all know how important it is to wash our hands. Our fingers and palms come in contact with and carry a host of germs, and it’s how many of us end up getting sick. With the ongoing pandemic, teaching the public about proper hand washing is a priority. Despite it being a skill that even a child Read More
Eating Even a Little More Whole Grains, Fruit, and Veggies May Cut Type 2 Diabetes Risk
Since you were a child, you were told that healthy eating habits have a lot of benefits. But, how well do you know about these benefits? Making good lifestyle choices, such as having a healthy diet, can prevent chronic diseases like cancer and diabetes. In particular, fruits, vegetables, and Read More
How Exercise Stimulates Emotional and Cognitive Function
Exercise is a popular activity that promotes healthy living. Physical activities help you stay fit, raise your energy levels, and keep many diseases at bay. However, not everyone knows that exercise also has beneficial effects on the mind. Physical activity is an essential part of mental and Read More
