COVID-19 is a unique type of stressor. We have to navigate volumes of information and misinformation. Activities that were once outlets of relief are now closed or limited, like beaches, churches, and gyms. We have lost financial opportunities and many are dealing with the loss of jobs. There’s a prolonged sense of inevitable difficulty, and […]
Sleep apnea is a potentially serious medical disorder that affects between 50 and 70 million adults in the United States. Sleep apnea occurs when a person’s breathing is repeatedly blocked during sleep. Blockage of the airway causes snoring, and if severe, can cause low oxygen, elevated blood pressure and damage to the brain and heart […]
Moms, dads and caregivers work hard every day to keep their kids happy, healthy and safe. They also rely on services like urgent care and the emergency room when their children get hurt or become ill unexpectedly. While the pediatrician’s office should always be the first line of defense, sometimes it just isn’t an option, […]
Staying safe at home during the COVID-19 outbreak has changed the routines of our lives, perhaps even quite dramatically. We aren’t going to the gym, our eating habits may have changed, and many people aren’t sleeping well. Many are coping with shifts in their mental health. And we’re all concerned about ourselves and the people […]
Choosing the right medical doctor is always important. It’s even more crucial as we age because we may no longer have the physical ability to heal as well as we once did. In fact, some people may need support from several specialists as they grow older. Finding doctors that are associated with the same hospital […]
In many ways people are like fine wine: They get better with age. In other ways, growing older can be a real pain in the neck… or back… or knees. The aging process impacts everyone eventually and mostly consists of mental and physical changes in movement, mobility, hearing, sight, memory, balance and motor skills. Growing […]
The list below may raise your eyebrows, but it won’t raise your blood pressure. Here are a few lesser-known things that are actually good for your heart: Maintaining a stable relationship Stable relationships can protect your heart and your health. Did you know relationship issues could increase your risk for heart attack by 34 percent? […]
Whether it’s pounding with excitement, fluttering with nervous energy or beating steady as you rest, your heart is working hard for you every single day. It’s the most important muscle in your body because it pumps blood and oxygen to your organs. If you struggle with high blood pressure and/or high cholesterol, your heart suffers. […]
Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood sugar levels are too high. It can occur before, during or after pregnancy and may cause a number of health problems for you and your developing baby. Seven out of 100 women will develop gestational diabetes during their pregnancy. Diabetes that occurs during pregnancy is called […]
During the first 15 weeks of pregnancy, a woman’s body begins to naturally repress its immune system. This allows immune cells to flood into the lining of the womb, which causes inflammation. While inflammation typically means pain and discomfort, this is a unique situation in which it actually helps ensure a successful pregnancy. It also […]
