Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
Heatstroke occurs when your body overheats due to exposure to high temperatures or due to physical exertion in high temperatures. Heatstroke is a serious condition in which your body’s temperature …
Community Health Topics
Welcome to our curated collection of articles focusing on medical conditions and community health topics. Within these resources, you'll discover valuable insights and practical information designed to enhance your understanding of various health issues affecting individuals and communities alike. From articles addressing common ailments to discussions on preventive measures and community health initiatives, our collection aims to empower you with knowledge and strategies to lead a healthier lifestyle and contribute positively to the well-being of your community. Explore these articles to stay informed, inspired, and proactive in managing your health and supporting those around you.
May is Mental Health Month
May is recognized as Mental Health Month to create awareness around mental health and break the stigma attached. Since 1949 it is observed each year in May. Today more than …
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Symptoms
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), also referred to as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) or systemic exertion intolerance disease (SEID), is a disorder that causes extreme fatigue or tiredness, which usually does not …
What to Know About Colonoscopies
Colonoscopy is an outpatient procedure in which your colon and rectum are inspected. This procedure helps examine, diagnose and treat lower gastrointestinal tract diseases. A long and flexible tube is …
Things to Know in Your First Trimester of Pregnancy
Everyone gets blissful about their big baby news — but a little confused about what will happen, when and how. Here’s the short of what will happen over the first …
National Nurses Month 2021
2020 was designated by the World Health Organization as the Year of The Nurse, which coincided with one of the biggest epidemics humankind has ever experienced, the coronavirus pandemic. Our …
How to Know If You Are Lactose Intolerant
Lactose intolerance is a digestive disorder caused by the inability to digest lactose, a carbohydrate found in dairy products. It is thought to affect 75% of the world population. (West, …
7 Swimming Pool Safety Tips
Swimming is not just a fun activity, but it’s also one of the best forms of exercise. During summer, many families spend quality time together and have fun in a …
High Blood Pressure Risks
High blood pressure or hypertension is a condition where the force of the blood against the artery walls is high enough to lead to health risks and more. High blood …
Vaccines and Children: When and Why
Although most parents are familiar with the “childhood vaccination schedule” – a detailed plan for when your child should get certain immunizations helps to protect them from preventable diseases. As …
Inclusive Medicine – Treating the Whole Person
Medicine and healthcare means different things to different people. It’s as diverse as the people who come seeking professional diagnosis and treatment. Think about all those countless times individuals enter …
Best Exercises for Kids
Most kids like to play all day long. Their energy levels are unmatched, and that’s why it’s even more critical to help them direct this energy into a lifelong habit …