Is your stomach ache something more than just abdominal pain caused by stress or bad food? We look at common culprits for discomfort, and when you should see your doctor.
It’s generally recommended that every woman starts their breast cancer screening mammograms at age 40 and continues to get them yearly until at least age 75. But what are the reasons to start your...
One evening working as an extern during nursing school, Margaret Potter was called into a patient’s room for a simple request. While Potter was in the room, the patient asked, “Why would someone so...
With more of us than ever working remotely, Zoom meetings and virtual training sessions have become part of our daily routines. We see our colleagues two-dimensionally and even socialize with our...
It’s no surprise that having a chronic illness can make you feel down at times. Or that being diagnosed with a serious disease can lead you to feel anxious or fearful. But what does that stress do to...
Not only is mononucleosis, or mono, most seen in teenagers and young people, but it can also be an exceptionally distressing virus for them to cope with, physically and emotionally.
Conjunctivitis, or pink eye, is one of the most common eye conditions in children and adults. Pink eye may lead to discomfort, redness and irritation of the eyes. Understanding the symptoms, causes...
While seeing the doctor may not be on the top of your to-do list, it’s an important part of maintaining your physical, mental and spiritual health.
After 21 years of practicing medicine, Corrie Mallot, MD, has noted that her patients almost always feel happier when they exercise.
Many of us know the basic tips it takes to stay healthy: eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, get at least 120 to 150 minutes of aerobic exercise weekly, sleep well, don’t use tobacco products...
