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...

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,...

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...