In those busy last weeks of summer before the first day of school, pediatricians say there’s more to getting your child healthy and ready for school than just filling out medical forms and scheduling booster shots. To give your children…
School is out and it’s officially SUMMERTIME! Bring on the fun in the sun but let’s make sure to remain SAFE while doing so. Summertime means more time outside whether it is relaxing at the beach or lake or simply…
Every year Americans will make New Years Resolutions to better themselves. Did you know that by June, only 46% are still going strong? This year, try choosing one main lifestyle change you’d like to see a difference…
Coffee lovers rejoice! A recent article published for World Diabetes Day, which was November 14, gives coffee drinkers a good reason to brew another pot. According to the report from the Institute for Scientific Information on Coffee (ISIC),…
Once a year the Thanksgiving holiday is time spent with family and eating a large meal. After stuffing yourself much like a turkey at the center of this holiday, you notice yourself feeling extra sleepy. Most people have heard at…
In America today, a silent killer is lurking – and, for many, has already begun to wreak its havoc. What is this medical menace, we may ask? The answer is obesity. According to the CDC, approximately one-third of Americans is…
Super foods such as wheatgrass, acai berries, and quinoa are all the hype from magazine articles, to social media, to health food stores as well. Chances are these foods are generally good for you, but the question is…
The treatment of choice for obstructive sleep apnea in continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). The majority of people who use CPAP find immediate symptom relief and are delighted with their increased energy and mental sharpness during the day. Many patients…
Summer is winding down and most children will be back in school in less than a week. Several studies have indicated children who eat balanced and healthy lunches and breakfasts are more attentive throughout the day and receive higher…