World Heart Day
World Heart Day is a global movement in which individuals, families, communities, and governments unite in the fight against cardiovascular diseases (CVD). The World Heart Federation initiated World Heart Day …
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What Is Sepsis?
Sepsis is a potentially fatal condition caused by the immune system’s reaction to an infection. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are about 1.7 million …
The Signs and Symptoms of Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men, after skin cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer will be diagnosed in about one out of every …
September Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about often stigmatized mental health. In addition to altering the public’s image of suicide, awareness provides peoples hope and …
Preventing High Cholesterol
Maintaining a healthy cholesterol level is essential for our heart’s health. The first step in this journey is to understand what cholesterol is. Cholesterol belongs to the chemical compound class …
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder that affects women of reproductive age. PCOS is characterized by menstrual irregularities, excess androgen production, and polycystic ovaries. Left untreated, PCOS …
Back to School Safety for Children
The school year is quickly approaching, and that means more children will be walking or biking to school. For parents, this means it’s time to start thinking about school safety. …
Atrial Fibrillation, or AFib, or Heart Flutters
Do you know what heart flutters are? Many people experience heart flutters and don’t even know it. Heart flutters are a type of arrhythmia, which is a problem with the …
Emergency Medical Care Benefits Could Be Stripped From Our Most Vulnerable Citizens
Tell your legislators to Support The Emergency Care Improvement Act NOW! The pandemic showed us that immediate access to local emergency medical care is critical for all people…not just those …
Nut Allergies In Children
Nothing is more difficult for a parent than watching their child being unwell. Even though allergies can happen to any child, those from families with a history of allergies are …
Do I Have Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a skin condition that affects millions of people all over the world. There’s no cure for psoriasis. But treatment can help you feel better. It can be very …
Breastfeeding vs. Bottle Feeding
There are many decisions that new parents have to make, and one of the most important is how to feed their baby. Breastfeeding vs. bottle feeding is a debate that …