During cold and flu season, staying healthy can be a real challenge. And because colds and flu share many symptoms, it can be virtually impossible to tell the difference between them based on symptoms alone. What are the differences between a cold and the flu? Let’s start with a similarity: The flu and the common […]
The Centers for Disease Control and Protection (CDC) recommends that everyone over the age of 6 months receive a seasonal flu shot. A seasonal flu shot not only protects you from a serious disease that may lead to hospitalization, it can also help your body build infection-fighting antibodies and protect your heart. This is especially […]
School is back in session and that means kids and young adults across America are lacing up their cleats and heading toward the playing field. Participating in a sport is a great way to teach teens and young adults leadership, confidence and teamwork, but it’s important to keep the potential risks in mind. There are […]
More than 70 percent of pregnant women in the United States routinely screen their unborn children for things like Down syndrome, spinal cord defects or other genetic conditions. Not only is prenatal diagnosis important in determining the health of the fetus, they can also help identify health concerns for the mother. What is prenatal diagnosis? […]
Menopause is the natural decline in reproductive hormones in women. This life event typically occurs between the ages of 40 and 50. It’s often self-diagnosable because its symptoms are very consistent. Some of the most common symptoms include hot flashes, vaginal dryness and sleep issues. Though menopause is a naturally-occurring event in every woman’s life, […]
If you are concerned about your current or future pregnancy, the skilled genetic counselors at Pomona Valley Health Centers can help. They work closely with you and your physicians and provide the personalized care you deserve. Our genetic counselors help couples understand genetic or medical conditions and their causes, as well as their probability of […]
Alzheimer’s is a progressive mental deterioration most often occurring in people who are middle or old aged. As this disease progresses, it destroys memory and other important mental functions. While there is no known cure for Alzheimer’s, there are medications that may temporarily slow its progression and improve the quality of life for anyone diagnosed […]
Women are notorious for shouldering much of the mental and physical burden of managing a household. So, let’s take a moment to celebrate them, help them feel better and live longer with a few tips focused on boosting women’s health. Manage your stress Stress can have a significant and negative affect on a woman’s health […]
No matter your age, you can take small, easy steps to improve your quality of life today. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and staying physically active has lasting effects on your heart health, mental health and overall longevity. If you’ve ever felt too old to start something new, let Ernestine Shepherd be your inspiration. At almost […]
If you haven’t already discovered, there is a lot of information that the Internet, books and family and friends are eager to share with you about pregnancy. It can be overwhelming, to say the least. How can you know what is best for you and your baby? Luckily, the doctors at Pomona Valley Health Centers […]
