Study Associates Frequent Digital Media Use in Teens with ADHD Symptoms
Posted on July 24th, 2018 by Dr. Francis Collins The rise of smart phones, tablets, and other mobile technologies has put digital media, quite literally, at the fingertips of today’s youth. Most teens now have ready access to a smartphone, with about half spending the majority of their waking hours texting, checking social media sites, […]
Preventing kidney stones before they form
October 11, 2023 Kidney stones are small, hard deposits made of minerals and reoccurring materials inside the kidneys. Stones often go unnoticed in the kidney until they move into the ureter —the tube connecting the kidney and bladder. If a stone leaves the kidney and blocks urine from exiting, usually while in the ureter, it can […]
Myocarditis
What is myocarditis? Myocarditis is a serious though rare condition where inflammation develops in the myocardium, or middle muscular layer of the heart wall. Myocarditis can weaken the heart and its electrical system. As a result, the heart’s ability to pump blood declines. The condition may be acute and resolve quickly. Or it may be […]
Calorie restriction in humans builds strong muscle and stimulates healthy aging genes
Friday, October 13, 2023 NIH study suggests a small reduction in daily calories is beneficial for wellness. Reducing overall calorie intake may rejuvenate your muscles and activate biological pathways important for good health, according to researchers at the National Institutes of Health and their colleagues. Decreasing calories without depriving the body of essential vitamins and […]
Hydration
2017-126 Original Article – https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/mining/userfiles/works/pdfs/2017-126.pdf
Urgent Care for Seniors
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Tips for Holiday Travel
December 8, 2022 by Blog Administrator Holiday travel often includes visiting loved ones or taking a vacation. Whether you’re seeking a winter wonderland or an escape from subzero temperatures, follow these travel tips to stay healthy and safe during the holiday travel season. Before Your Trip No matter where you plan to travel, check CDC’s […]
Ear Infection
Español: Infección de oído | Print Preventing and Treating Ear Infections [PDF – 2 pages] Is your child’s ear hurting? It could be an ear infection. Children are more likely than adults to get ear infections. Talk to your child’s doctor about the best treatment. Some ear infections, such as middle ear infections, need antibiotic […]
12 Things You Want to Know About Flu
December 27, 2017 Office on Women’s Health Editorial note: Content for the Q&A is from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Find all of CDC’s information about the flu. Chills. Body aches. Fatigue. These are just a few of the symptoms people often experience when they get influenza, or more commonly called flu. […]
Know Your Risk for Heart Disease
Print You can take steps to lower your risk for heart disease by changing the factors you can control. Several health conditions, your lifestyle, and your age and family history can increase your risk for heart disease. These are called risk factors. About half of all Americans (47%) have at least 1 of 3 key […]