Americans are cooking at home more than ever these days, thanks to the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, and stay-at-home mandates issued to stop their spread. In fact, over half of us report that we’re in the kitchen…
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are the second most common type of infection in the United States. This means your chances of getting a UTI, or even a reoccurring UTI, is quite likely. Bladder infections occur…
Staying hydrated is important to your overall health. But sometimes, in the busy day to day of life, it can be easy to forget about drinking water. Dehydration can lead to a wide range of…
Ear infections are extremely common health problems. However, they can also lead to numerous health conditions, including brain abscess or meningitis. Therefore, it’s really important to make sure you know the signs of a chronic…
Do you know how to properly treat a burn? Burns aren’t like other wounds because they can’t be treated with hydrogen peroxide and a bandage. In fact, both of those could further aggravate a burn….
Did you know that 60% of women and 12% of men will have at least one urinary tract infection during their lifetime? One of the main reasons why women are so susceptible is because their…
Spring will be here before we know it! That means it’s almost time for your child’s annual sports physical. If your child is starting school sports in the summer or fall, they’ll need to get…
Did you know that humans harbor around 1,500 germs on every square centimeter of their skin? If you ever needed more motivation to remember to wash your hands regularly, this fact can help you stay clean….
Cutting yourself at home can be painful and frustrating. You know you need to care for the wound, but if you don’t know how, you can risk getting an infection. And going to the doctor…
Did you notice blood in your stool the last time you went to the bathroom? It could indicate a bigger problem. In fact, 58% of people with blood in their stool are at serious risk from…
You searched and applied to dozens of jobs. Then, it finally came! An offer for a job interview was a welcomed relief. You did more research, and you were able to nail the interview. You…
Worried about your heart? The statistics for heart attacks can be scary. Each year 735,000 Americans have a heart attack, and about 1 in 3 deaths in the U.S. is related to cardiovascular disease. Wondering…
Each year, the flu affects between 9 million and 49 million people. Because this illness is so widespread, you must be able to recognize the signs and take action. Many cases of the flu are…
Feeling the burn? Hopefully not! Unfortunately, accidents happen. While getting any type of burn is unpleasant, it’s important to know how to treat a burn. Otherwise, you might end up in the hospital later to…
