Black History Month: Celebrating Medical Pioneers
February is Black History Month and what better way to acknowledge it than to celebrate the pioneers who trailblaze medicine. These brave men and women found ways to circumvent cultural …
The Difference Between COVID and the Flu
Since December 2019, every time you feel slightly under the weather, the worry over if you have COVID-19 rises. It can be hard to tell the difference between the symptoms …
Symptoms of Kidney Stones
Sometimes, kidney stones can be as small as a grain of sand but some bigger stones can cause trouble in your urine flow along with a lot of pain. In …
Different Types of Back Pain
When it comes to our backs, there are many different types of back pain. It is also a common reason for absence from work for many of us and for …
Big Benefits of Quitting Drinking
Stress at work, home and personal relationships was amplified by COVID-19. Many of us who were casual or occasional drinkers turned a weekend treat into a weekday habit. You’ve noticed …
Does My Child Have ADHD?
ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a common childhood disorder. It affects how you pay attention, your ability to sit still, and how you control your behavior. ADHD can …
COVID-19 Heart Complications
2020 is over, but the adverse effects of the COVID-19 virus aren’t. It’s hitting fierce and fast in the United States. CNN reported more than 1 million new cases (reaching a total …
Alcohol Test: How Long Does Alcohol Stay in Your System
After having an alcoholic drink, have you thought about how long the alcohol stays in your system? The simple answer to this question would depend on the quantity of alcohol …
How Sugar Affects Children
There are only a few things that light up a child’s face like a sugary treat. Born with a sweet tooth, most children love their dose of daily sucrose and …
How to Know if Your Child Is Depressed
One of the biggest misconceptions about depression is that it’s an adult-only illness. Unfortunately, children and adolescents suffer from depression. Sometimes parents and caregivers may not be able to recognize …
Why Am I So Tired All the Time?
In our busy lives, it’s natural to feel tired all the time. Some days are more tiring than others. But if you find yourself exhausted too quickly, dragging yourself to …
Are COVID-19 Vaccines Safe?
The world is anxiously waiting for access to the COVID-19 vaccine with the hope that a vaccine will put an end to the global pandemic. Vaccines are currently rolling out …