by Michael Parson | Nov 30, 2016 | Health
Image is from Fitness World When it comes to your immune system, getting proper nutrition cannot be underestimated. The antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals you receive through your food are what keeps your body strong enough to fight off infection. It is important to...
by Michael Parson | Nov 29, 2016 | Health
There are many myths surrounding the flu vaccine that may prevent people from getting their annual flu shot. This can have dire consequences for at-risk populations such as seniors, infants, and the immuno-compromised. At best, the flu is no fun. At worst, it can be...
by Michael Parson | Nov 23, 2016 | Health
Image is from BBC.com If someone told you your risk of flu infection depends on when or where you are born, your first thought might be that of, “What a ridiculous statement.” You may wonder what that person is thinking. The flu is the flu every year, no...
by Michael Parson | Nov 23, 2016 | Health
Image is from BBC.com If someone told you your risk of flu infection depends on when or where you are born, your first thought might be that of, “What a ridiculous statement.” You may wonder what that person is thinking. The flu is the flu every year, no...
by Michael Parson | Nov 22, 2016 | Health
Image is from USDA Blog Every year one million people fall victim to the debilitating effects of salmonella. An invasive food-borne illness this rod-shaped bacterium causes an estimated 380 casualties annually. Identifying the source of salmonella plays a key role in...