What is the Difference Between Hepatitis A B and C?
Hepatitis is not uncommon but it’s largely misunderstood. In general, hepatitis signifies inflammation of your liver. This can be attributed to certain medications, drug or alcohol abuse, or—most frequently—it is caused by an infecting virus. Viral hepatitis is the most common and includes types A, B, and C. Keeping up with the different strains of […]
Is Your Cholesterol Level To High? How to Find Know
How To Know If Your Cholesterol Level Is Dangerous You hear people talking about cholesterol all of the time, many might be complaining that they have high cholesterol, while otherscan’t produce enough cholesterol. So what really is cholesterol? Cholesterol is waxy, fatty-looking substance swimming through your bloodstream, while manymistake all cholesterol as bad; your body […]
Ear Today, Gone Tomorrow: What You Need to Know About Ear Infections
Ear Infections & What You Need to Know Ear infections are caused by fluid lodged in the middle ear. This can occur from a number of things including colds, allergies, and throat infections. Every time we swallow the air in our ears is pressurized, aprocess that continues subconsciously throughout our entire day. When you have […]
What Is A Medical Clearance Exam & Why Do You Need One?
You or a loved one has been instructed to get a Medical Clearance Exam and you’re wondering why, and what to expect. If you haven’t been required to get amedical clearance recently, it likely won’t be long before you are, as these exams are incredibly common and required by many programs, sport leagues, and institutions […]
4 Easy Tricks That Can Help You Avoid Getting Sick
Did You Know: This year you are likely to get 3 colds, each one lasting around one and a half weeks? It might seem like a lot, but on average adults are getting sick for nearly 30 days each year. Some of us are more susceptible to illness than others—for example childcare workers or anyone that […]
Feeling Fatigued? You May Be Displaying Symptoms of Mono
Do You Have Mono? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments For Mononucleosis Feeling unexplainably achy or tired? Do you think mono might be the cause of your ongoing ill feelings? Epstein-Barr (EBV), a herpes virus, causes mononucleosis, commonly known as mono. Officially discovered back in the 1960’s, Mono is an extremely common virus that has invaded 95% […]
7 Tips That Help You Ease Arthritis Pain
Ease Arthritis Pain with These Tips Arthritis is a serious condition that comes in many different forms; in total, arthritis affects 50 million Americans. The most common form of arthritis is Osteoarthritis, affecting 27 million Americans, the majority of which (17 million) are women. Arthritis can represent a number of diseases and conditions, all of […]
Recent Head Injury? Most Common Type of Head Injuries
Commonly Asked Questions About A Head Injury Our brain controls almost every function of our body; it affords us intellect, personality, and the ability to thrive. Our skull provides a very thick layer of protection for our brain, but still, a head injury is a common occurrence that can require immediate medical attention. Here we provide […]
Various Types of Hives May Be The Cause of Itchiness!
What Is Causing Your Hives? How To React To Hives Are you staring in confusion at the bumps spreading across your skin? Is it hard not to scratch at these little bumps, be they pale or red? 20% of the population is stricken with hives at some point in their life, leaving many to question […]
Kidney Stones – The Cause of All Your Back Pain?
Could Kidney Stones Be Causing Your Pain? Kidney Stones are an accumulation of minerals and salt from your urine that form into what looks like small stones or pebbles, hence the name Kidney Stones. These stones can be smooth, round, jagged, and as big as golf balls! Men are more likely than women to experience […]