Who Needs a Fall COVID-19 or Flu Vaccination?
Who needs a fall COVID-19 or flu vaccination? The CDC recommends that everyone over 6 months of age should get the COVID and flu vaccines. This helps to prevent community infections. Like all other vaccines, just because you get the vaccine does not mean that you will not get Covid. What the vaccine does is […]
How Does Diabetes Affect the Hispanic Community?
How does Diabetes affect the Hispanic community? In the US diabetes affects about 10% of people. However, in the Hispanic population diabetes doubles to about 20%. The Hispanic population also has a higher risk of diabetes-related complications such as kidney disease and vision loss. There are several factors contributing to this including genetics, diet and […]
How Autumn Air Impacts Asthma and Allergy Sufferers
How does the autumn air affect those with asthma and allergies? Allergies and asthma can have flares anytime throughout the year depending on what the triggers are for that person. Changes in seasons bring out different allergens into the environment. In the fall, ragweed and mold are the top contributors to allergies. These allergens stimulate […]
The Most Common Symptoms of Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
Whooping Cough Symptoms: Symptoms typically start 5-10 days after exposure. Early symptoms can last for 1-2 weeks. These typically include runny or stuffy nose, low grade fevers (less than 100.4) and mild, occasional cough. They are usually misdiagnosed as viral infections at this time. These symptoms gradually then progress to violent coughing fits. These generally […]
Essential Medical Kit Preparedness for Hurricane Season
What are the essential items every household should include in their medical kit for hurricane season? (including children) Getting a premade first aid kit and adding to it what you need for your families chronic conditions. First aid kits are good about providing things for cuts, abrasions, stings, burns. Going over those would take a […]
Heat-Related Illnesses: A Guide to Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion
What are things older people should consider before attending the same kind of events? Older individuals have similar issues when attending outdoor events in the heat. As a person ages their senses become duller. This means that they require a larger stimulus before they have a sensation. This applies to a lot of things but […]
Is Your Child’s Backpack Too Heavy: Understanding the Risks and Solutions
How to know if you child’s backpack is too heavy? The easiest way of knowing if a back pack is too heavy is to ask your child if they are able to carry their backpacks easily and weighing the back pack. The other most obvious sign that their body will tell you that the backpack […]
Understanding Parvovirus B19: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment
What is Parvovirus B19 Symptoms? Parvovirus B19 is a virus that infects both adults and children. The virus is spread through respiratory droplets that are produced with people cough. It usually presents in 2 phases. The first phase presents like any other virus causes fevers, muscle aches and fatigue that usually start 7 days after […]
Understanding Acute Office Visits: Prompt Treatment for Sudden Health Issues
Understanding Acute Office Visits Acute office visits address sudden, severe, or unexpected medical conditions that require prompt attention. These visits are essential for diagnosing and treating issues that arise suddenly, such as infections, injuries, or severe pain. Unlike chronic conditions, which require ongoing management, acute conditions often necessitate immediate and targeted treatment to prevent complications […]
Effective Strategies for Managing Chronic Diseases
Understanding Chronic Disease Management Chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and chronic respiratory illnesses present ongoing challenges that require more than just a one-time treatment. Effective management of these conditions involves a multifaceted approach, combining medical intervention, lifestyle adjustments, and continuous monitoring. Chronic disease management refers to the coordinated care and interventions needed to […]
