Seasonal Allergies Vs. Cold/Flu Symptoms With the fall season in full swing, many Americans are preparing for the upcoming cold and flu season. While it’s reasonable to assume that your sudden onset of sneezing and stuffy nose symptoms are simply signs that you are...
What Everyone Should Know About Allergic Asthma May is Asthma Awareness Month, a time for healthcare professionals and individuals alike to come together to raise awareness about this chronic respiratory condition that affects over 27 million Americans. Nearly 60% of...
Allergy Testing 101: A Guide to Navigating Allergy Season With spring on the horizon, many people are bracing themselves for allergy season. The sneezing, itchy eyes and runny nose can be a real challenge for those who suffer from allergies. Read on to explore how...
Asthma Verses Allergies More than 25 million people in the U.S. have asthma, according to a recent study by the Cleveland Clinic. Of those, over 15 million have asthmatic reactions caused by common allergens, ranking allergic asthma as the most common form of asthma...
What to Know About STD testing With its Valentine’s Day cards and heart-shaped candies, February is all about showing love to those closest to you. And what better way to show love to a significant other than to get tested for sexually transmitted diseases? STDs
3 Ways to Heal your Gut Naturally The gastrointestinal tract, also known as the gut, is an essential body system that starts in the mouth and runs through the body to the anus. The GI tract includes digestive organs such as the stomach, esophagus and intestines, which...
Top 3 Most Unhealthy Breakfast Foods Looking for ways to kick-start your morning? Improving your daily breakfast routine is a great place to start. A healthy and balanced breakfast can help boost metabolism, keep weight down and give you the energy you need to take on...
5 Healthy Habits to Kickstart 2023 It takes about 66 days to fully develop a new habit, according to a study published in the European Journal of Social Psychology. While many of us start the new year with a laundry list of resolutions to improve our health, sticking...
Summer Allergies Spring and fall are typically seasons known to allergy sufferers, but for many, allergies throughout the year are a reality, including during the summer months. While the causes may be different, the symptoms can be just as bad, and could potentially...
Common Spring Allergies & Treatments Spring is a time of year that many look forward to, with warming weather and everything outside blooming back into life, beckoning us to get out and enjoy after a long winter. Of course, as plants and flowers bloom, spring...
Different Nut Allergies Although peanuts are the most commonly thought of nut when it comes to severe allergies, there are many other nuts that can pose a dangerous risk for those allergic. Tree nuts are a common allergen for many, and traces of these nuts can be...
Peanut Allergies: Facts & How to Handle a Reaction When you think of severe allergic reactions to food, one of the most common causes is due to peanuts. For many, the reaction is life-threatening anaphylaxis, and even the smallest, trace amount of peanuts can be...
Flu Recovery and Hydration Recovering from the flu can be a challenging process, and one of the most important steps to regaining your strength and feeling normal again is staying hydrated. The flu virus often leaves our bodies depleted of vital fluids due to fever,...
Staying Safe and Healthy in Cold Weather With the winter season in full swing, the dangers of extreme cold weather become a reality for many people throughout the U.S. From hypothermia and frostbite to an increased risk of illnesses like respiratory syncytial virus...
Post-Holiday Detox: How To Bounce Back in The New Year Between festive holiday dinners, sweet treats and late nights socializing with loved ones, it’s easy to overdo it without even noticing. Now that the holidays are over, it’s likely that you will feel the effects...
New Year, Healthier You: Tips to Jump-Start Your 2025 Health Journey Many people feel a renewed sense of motivation to improve their lives in the New Year. One of the most popular resolutions? Prioritizing health and wellness. But with busy schedules and countless...