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National Influenza Vaccination Week
Different occasions present the opportunity to learn and practice new things. As the holiday season starts, you have the opportunity to protect yourself from seasonal flu. That is where the National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) comes in. Having been formed in...
Signs to look for with Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer's is a very serious brain disease that can cause a slow decline in the patient's cognitive skills. Over time, the patient's memory, reasoning skills, and thinking can begin to decline. As the disease progresses, the disease can get so severe that the patient...
Proper Hand Washing
Proper hand washing is one of the critical steps we undertake to avoid falling ill and spreading germs to others. Many conditions and diseases can be spread through poor hand hygiene, and therefore it's essential to wash your hands using clean running water and soap....
Why You Should Get Your Influenza Vaccine this Month
Flu season occurs during the fall and winter months, between October and February. It is possible to get the flu during other times of the year, however, it is not as common. The flu season peaks during the winter, particular December, therefore, it is important that...
What is Gastroparesis?
When the stomach takes more time than normal to empty the food inside of it, the delayed gastric emptying is known as gastroparesis. Typically, this is caused by weakened or abnormally formed muscles in the stomach. Currently, there is no known cure for this...
Preventing Lung Cancer
Today, we know how to prevent most lung cancers. While we don't know how to prevent all forms of lung cancer, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk. Preventing Lung Cancer Don't smoke: The first step in preventing lung cancer is simple, don't smoke. If...
November is National Family Caregivers Month
November is National Family Caregivers Month. Each year, this month is set aside as the time to celebrate those who contribute their time to support a loved one's health or help manage a loved one's disability. Today, there are more than 44 million Americans who care...
Taking Care of Your Bladder
Your bladder is a hollow organ that holds the urine that is produced by the kidneys. The urine remains stored in the bladder until you go to the bathroom. If you don't take care of your bladder properly, there are certain conditions that you can suffer from both now...
What is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease is a condition you may suffer from if acid from your stomach flows back up the esophagus into the mouth. The condition is diagnosed by your family physician, and sometimes your dentist. The reason why dentist notice this condition is...
Signs of Lung Cancer
Signs of Lung Cancer Lung cancer does not have a lot of noticeable signs in the early stages. Most people do not usually get a diagnosis until when the disease has progressed. However, there are signs you can look out for that will show if you have lung cancer....