Many people in our community are returning from spring break; COVID-19 has latent symptoms, so it’s tough to get an accurate read on who might be carrying it. Testing is also limited in the United States, so the actual number of carriers is likely higher than reported; COVID-19 spreads through respiratory droplets, tiny particles that we … [Read more...] about Why it’s Important to Self Quarantine During the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Pandemic
Doctor's Corner
A collection of articles that our own doctors have written about various health-related health topics. Let us know if you have any questions or would like to suggest a future article topic.
Coronavirus: Keep Your Family Safe
Sometime in late December 2019, a novel disease strain in the coronavirus family appeared in the city of Wuhan in mainland China. Dubbed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19 for short), it has quickly spread across the globe, triggering an international public health emergency. More than 90,000 cases have been confirmed worldwide as of … [Read more...] about Coronavirus: Keep Your Family Safe
Coronavirus COVID-19 Update
This article originally appeared on the Centers For Disease Control COVID-19 Update on March 2nd, 2020. * Information and updates about Coronavirus COVID-19 will be posted as it becomes available. This is an edited version of the recent posting on the CDC website. This is a very brief summary and is not inclusive of everything that is … [Read more...] about Coronavirus COVID-19 Update
How to Spot Flu Symptoms
The 2020 flu season is shaping up to be one of the worst in years. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that there have been at least 19 million flu illnesses as of late January 2020. As the virus continues to spread across the entire nation, it’s more important than ever to ensure that your whole family is protected. Flu … [Read more...] about How to Spot Flu Symptoms
Common Causes of Chest Pain & When You Should See a Doctor
According to the National Institutes of Health, chest pain is the second largest cause of emergency room visits in the United States. Roughly 20% to 40% of the global population is affected by chest pain of some kind every year. While chest pain could be a symptom of a serious health issue, there are many instances when it is not. Here … [Read more...] about Common Causes of Chest Pain & When You Should See a Doctor
How to Treat and Prevent Five of the Most Common Holiday Illnesses
The winter time has traditionally been associated with illness. Infants, elderly, and those with compromised immune systems, are especially susceptible. With holiday excitement, we tend to put our health on the back burner. During this busy time, it is important to monitor the health status of everyone in the family. Below are listed … [Read more...] about How to Treat and Prevent Five of the Most Common Holiday Illnesses
Baby Safety Tips: How to Prepare Your Home for Curious Babies
Babies are naturally curious, and as parents we want to foster this curiosity so that they can learn and grow into happy, imaginative kids. But while a curious baby is a great thing for childhood development, there are things all around the house that can cause your baby harm if they are able to get into them. September is National … [Read more...] about Baby Safety Tips: How to Prepare Your Home for Curious Babies
The Many Causes of Meningitis
Most of us have heard of meningitis, but what most of us are not aware of is that there are actually many causes of meningitis. Meningitis is a clinical syndrome characterized by inflammation of the meninges, which are the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. The inflammation is usually caused by an infection of the … [Read more...] about The Many Causes of Meningitis
Guard Against Heart Disease
National heart month has been celebrated in the United States every February since 1964 when Lyndon Johnson declared the first American Heart Month. The month is dedicated to increasing awareness of heart disease as the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Many activities and awareness programs are scheduled … [Read more...] about Guard Against Heart Disease
Concussion Treatment
With football season in full-swing, concussions and head injuries are in the front of a lot of parents’ and coaches’ minds. With advances in protective gear along with increased awareness and legislation surrounding the need to remove injured athletes from play, athletes are being kept safer. But when should a parent worry? Will there … [Read more...] about Concussion Treatment
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