Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a condition which can make it hardfor people to concentrate, perform daily tasks, sit still for long periods of time, and controlimpulsive behavior. If you or someone you know has ADHD below are important facts to keep in mind when trying to understand the condition. 1) Some people…
Unfortunately, many people are all too familiar with the disease called Alzhiemer’s. For those who are not, Alzhiemer’s is a debilitating disease which can affect not only the patient but also their friends and family. The FDA explains Alzheimer’s as a progressive disorder affecting the brain that slowly impairs memory, thinking skills, and eventually the…
If you or anyone you know has had a history of cardiac issues, you’ve most likely heard about preventative aspirin. If you’re wondering if a baby aspirin (81mg) should be a part of your daily regimen, the first step is discussing it with your healthcare provider. They will be able to inform you about heart…
If you are motivated and willing to work hard towards weight loss, you have already achieved your first two steps for success according to the Mayo Clinic. Once you’re prepared to begin your weight loss journey to obtain a healthy and optimal BMI (body mass index) for yourself, you’re ready to sit down and set…
While routine blood work is very important to monitor one’s overall health and well being, sometimes it can be hard to physically get to the doctors office or testing facility for a blood draw. When it does prove to be too difficult to leave your home for testing, there are many at-home kits available so…
An important part of treating your high cholesterol is first understanding what it means. According to the Mayo Clinic, cholesterol is a waxy substance. If someone has high levels of cholesterol they are at risk for the waxy substance to build up over time and cause fat deposits. These fat deposits then put patients at…
Millions of people are plagued with a condition called hypertension, also known as high blood pressure. The Cleveland Clinic describes high blood pressure as a condition which occurs when the pressure against the blood vessel walls in one’s body is consistently too high. A normal blood pressure is defined as less than 130/80 mmHg. The…
If you’re someone who deals with seasonal allergies, you may be conditioned to dread the time of year when the weather starts to change and summer heat is upon us. The itchy eyes, sneezing, congestion, and runny nose can be unbearable if you’re not taking the correct steps to manage your allergy symptoms. There are…
Dr. Melissa Piliang from the Cleveland Clinic states nutrition is “the foundation of our wellness” and thus, very important to maintaining healthy hair. In fact healthy fats, such as avocados and olive oil, help give hair the beautiful shining quality many people strive for. Avoiding the different diet trends and instead maintaining a well balanced…
Obtaining healthy skin and nails does not have to be as complicated or expensive as some may think. In fact, you can achieve beautiful skin and nails without spending money on any supplements or beauty products. According to the Mayo Clinic, maintaining a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and other antioxidant-rich foods to provide a…
ADD/ADHD is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder of childhood. Most commonly diagnosed in childhood, it can last into adulthood. Some signs and symptoms are inability to pay attention, impulsive behavior, hyperactive, daydreaming, forgetfulness, talkativeness, difficulty getting along with others and much more. There are 3 types of ADHD. The first type is inattentive which presents…
In order to fully understand the benefits of telemedicine we have to understand what it really is. Telemedicine is a service that “seeks to improve a patient’s health by permitting two-way, real-time interactive communication between the patient and the physician from a distance.” The original concept was to help underserved patients who lived in rural…
Almost two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, these “unprecedented times” we have all heard about are no longer so unprecedented. Many people are becoming acclimated to the pandemic way of living- maybe even numb to it. For others, COVID-19 has been and continues to be a daily nightmare. Especially for health care workers in the…
According to the CDC, “nearly half of adults in the United States… have hypertension, defined as a systolic blood pressure of greater than 130 mmHg or a diastolic blood pressure greater than 80 mmHg…” (Facts about Hypertension, 2021). Despite it being so common, hypertension, or high blood pressure, can be very dangerous. Hypertension puts you…
