3 Common Types of Eye Infections
If your eye is itchy, swollen and a bright shade of pink, you may have an eye infection. Eye infections occur when harmful bacteria, fungi or viruses enter one or both eyes. They can also occur from exposure to allergens, chemicals and pollution, or after having a foreign object such as an eyelash, cosmetics or […]
Kids’ Allergies: A Parent’s Guide
An estimated 8% of kids today have food allergies, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While that might sound low, it’s equal to approximately two kids in every classroom. Add that to the roughly 7% of kids with seasonal allergies, and kids’ allergies can quickly become a common concern. Allergies are not […]
Are You Still Protected by Your Childhood Vaccines?
You may have gotten the chickenpox vaccine as a child, or the MMR vaccine to protect against measles, mumps and rubella. But how long does the protection from these vaccines last? The answer is: every vaccine is different. Many childhood immunizations can protect you for a lifetime, while for others you may need an annual […]
Overcoming Colonoscopy Fears
Many people have fears about getting a colonoscopy. The truth, however, is that a colonoscopy is a necessary health check that could end up saving your life. Colorectal cancer, the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths, kills 50,000 people in the United States every year. Thanks to the colonoscopy, colon and rectal cancers are […]
Are There Early Signs of Diabetes in Children?
Is your child drinking more liquids than usual, or suddenly wetting the bed at night? These could be signs of Type 1 diabetes. Children with Type 1 diabetes can lead an active, normal life with the right treatment and support. What Is Type 1 Diabetes? When someone has Type 1 diabetes, his or her body […]
Tinnitus: Constant Ringing in the Ears
It can happen out of nowhere. One minute you’re having a conversation or watching TV, and the next you suddenly have a ringing sound in your ear that just won’t go away. Why is this happening, and should you be concerned? Why Do I Have Ringing in My Ears? A constant ringing in your ears […]
Could You Have Prediabetes?
More than 88 million people in America have prediabetes, or approximately 1 in 3 adults. However, since there are typically no signs of prediabetes, many people are unaware they have it. Prediabetes means your blood sugar (glucose) levels aren’t high enough to be considered Type 2 diabetes, but are still higher than normal. If left […]
Bronchitis vs. Pneumonia: Which Do You Have?
Winter is prime time for seasonal sickness, particularly for bronchitis and pneumonia—two common respiratory infections. Both illnesses cause a nagging cough, fever and chest discomfort, but it’s important to know the difference because they each require a different course of treatment. So how do you tell bronchitis and pneumonia apart? Bronchitis develops when the cells […]
What are the Options for Treating Ear Infections in Kids?
Ear infections in kids are practically a rite of passage—by age 3, 5 out of 6 children have had an ear infection, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders. Just because ear infections in kids are common, however, doesn’t mean that they’re easy for parents to navigate. Ear infections occur when […]
Colorectal Cancer Screening: 3 Common Questions
Colorectal cancer is the second most deadly cancer for men and women combined in the United States, yet 1 in 3 adults have never received a colon cancer screening. These screenings allow your provider to detect signs of cancer, quite often before you have any symptoms. When found early, colon cancer has a five-year survival […]