Prevention and Wellness

March 3, 2020
Medical Treatments, Prevention and Wellness
Understanding the Difference Between GERD and Heartburn

After a large meal, do you ever get a burning sensation in your stomach or chest, or taste acid in your mouth? Many of us would chalk this unpleasant feeling up to acid reflux or heartburn. But...
March 3, 2020
Medical Treatments, Prevention and Wellness
Fevers in Children: When to Worry

Most children experience fevers, but in some cases, they can become serious or life threatening. Even if your child has had a fever in the past, seeing them spike a temperature can be scary....
February 8, 2020
Emergency and Urgent Care, Prevention and Wellness
Acute Pain: Should You Go to the ER?

Acute pain occurs abruptly and is a physical symptom of an injury, such as an ankle sprain, or an infection, such as strep throat. Although it doesn’t typically last long, it can be quite...
February 7, 2020
Medical Procedures, Prevention and Wellness
What Is Genetic Testing? Understanding the Ins and Outs

Genetic tests use a sample of tissues or fluids from your body, such as blood, saliva, or amniotic fluid, to examine genes for any mutations. Genetic tests may help: Diagnose or identify a specific...
February 6, 2020
Prevention and Wellness
Medicine Cabinet Essentials: The Definitive Checklist for Staying Fully Stocked

If you’re looking for a list of medicine cabinet essentials, you’ve come to the right place. Having the right medications and medical supplies on hand can make a world of difference when...
Portrait Of Young Handsome Man Smiling Outdoor
February 5, 2020
Mental Health, Prevention and Wellness
Stress and the Heart: How Are They Connected?

There is a definite connection between stress and the heart. We all need some stress in our lives in order to function. For example, fear and stress help us react when we’re in dangerous...
Happy Mother And Her Daughter
February 4, 2020
Mental Health, Prevention and Wellness
4 Tips to Help You Cope With a Difficult Diagnosis

One morning Chris Arauza woke up and his right side felt weak. He could barely walk, but he went to his job as a mechanic, thinking his body would recover on its own. At 25 years old, Arauza...
February 4, 2020
Nutrition, Prevention and Wellness
Easy Tips for Healthy Budget Meals

When you’re trying to eat right, planning healthy budget meals can seem like a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be. “There are plenty of nutritious foods at the grocery store that don’t...