Is It Stomach Flu or Food Poisoning
We’ve all heard it before—someone in the office calls in sick, saying they have “the stomach flu.” The next thing you know, half the office is feeling nauseous, running a …
Diarrhea
Gut Health: Harnessing the Power of Probiotics and Prebiotics
Gut health has emerged as a focal point in the realm of health and wellness. It’s not merely about our digestive organs but a complex ecosystem teeming with trillions of …
Colorectal Cancer: Awareness and Early Detection
Colorectal cancer, a malignancy affecting the colon or rectum, is a significant health concern worldwide. Despite advancements in medical science, it remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths. …
What Parents Need to Know About Diarrhea in Children
Diarrhea is a condition in which children experience loose and watery bowel movements that occur more frequently than usual. It’s the body’s way of getting rid of germs. Usually, it …
Colon Cancer Awareness
Colon cancer awareness has increased in recent years, but many people are still unaware of the risks. Colon cancer is the third most common cancer in both men and women, …
When to Seek Medical Care for a Baby
One of the most challenging times in parenthood, especially for new parents, is handling an unwell child. The occasional infections and fevers are inevitable with babies as they are more …
The Difference Between COVID and the Flu
Since December 2019, every time you feel slightly under the weather, the worry over if you have COVID-19 rises. It can be hard to tell the difference between the symptoms …
Asymptomatic or Mild COVID-19
Many people who catch COVID-19 — maybe as many as 40%, by some estimates — never develop noticeable symptoms. They don’t run a fever. They don’t cough or feel short …
Symptoms of Appendicitis
When to Seek Emergency Care The appendix is a pouch-like organ that sits in the lower right side of your belly. Appendicitis describes an inflamed or infected appendix. However, appendicitis …
Common Springtime Illnesses
Signs, Symptoms and When to Seek Emergency Care Most of us recognize spring as allergy season. There’s more at play than just allergies. Here is a guide to understanding springtime …
Viruses vs Bacteria… What’s The Difference?
We have all been sick with a viral illness at one time or another in our lives. As a matter of fact, viruses are one of the most common causes …