Diabetes is a group of diseases that affects how a person's body uses sugar (glucose). Your body needs glucose for several essential functions like providing energy for muscles and tissues and fueling the brain. Diabetes can negatively affect these functions.…
A stroke occurs when blood clots block blood flow to the brain. A stroke can cause long-term damage, disability, and even death. And according to the CDC, someone in the United States has a stroke every 40 seconds. Fortunately, there…
By: Harveen Sodhi, MD A few words: May is Mental Health Awareness Month. In this article, you will find an abundance of information meant to help you or someone you love. Beyond the statistics, facts, and helpful tips, this is…
Spring brings not only warmer weather and sunshine but also an uptick in allergies and other respiratory triggers. The quality of the air in your home is essential to your overall good health and easy breathing. Here are some helpful…
Your body’s circulation system is responsible for things like controlling body temperature, fighting off disease, and delivering oxygen and nutrients to different parts of the body. When blood flow and circulation are compromised, you may start to experience symptoms of…
The Importance of Eye Health A large number of people experience eye problems each year. Some can be addressed with glasses or lenses, while others may require surgery. The National Eye Institute predicts that the number of people affected by…
Injuries from common falling incidents amount to roughly 9 million emergency room visits every year. the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries in older adults. So…
If you are feeling tired, irritable, and mentally fried all the time, you might be wondering if there is a health issue behind it. Low energy and fatigue are among some of the most common complaints patients bring to their…
By now, many of us can list the more severe symptoms of COVID-19 by memory. There’s fever, chills, a shortness of breath, intense fatigue, and some muscle or body aches. Of course, we also know that we can be…
If you suffer from chronic abdominal pain, you’ll know it’s made worse by not knowing what’s causing it. And trying tirelessly to pinpoint a cause for the unrelenting abdominal pain is a symptom in its own right. To make…