Strep Throat, Tonsilitis, or Sore Throat: What’s the Difference?

May 8, 2022

The terms strep throat, sore throat, and tonsillitis often are used interchangeably, but they don’t mean the same thing. Many people don’t realize that there is a difference and often treat their symptoms without knowing what is wrong. Sore Throat  A...

Colorectal Cancer: Everything You Need to Know

Mar 17, 2022

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States, with over 140,000 people diagnosed each year. It can occur in any part of the large intestine, generally starting in the rectum or colon. Colorectal cancer can often be treated successfully if...

Healthy Habits for Healthy Families

Jan 17, 2022

Living a healthy lifestyle can help prevent chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure. Committing to these lifestyle habits as a child can make it easier to stick to as an adult. Creating healthy habits for your whole family can be...

Healthy New Year’s Resolutions

Dec 13, 2021

The New Year often signifies a fresh start for many people. For some, this means setting health goals, such as losing weight, following a healthier diet, and starting an exercise routine. However, more often than not, the health and wellness resolutions chosen are...

Preventing ER Visits During the Holidays

Nov 19, 2021

For families with young children, the holiday season can be a time of great joy — but there are also dangers and health hazards parents need to be aware of. Here are some of the most common reasons children are sent to the ER during the holiday season so that you can...

Osteoporosis & Reducing Your Risk

Oct 22, 2021

Osteoporosis is a condition that affects the bones. Its name comes from Latin for “porous bones.” The inside of a healthy bone has small spaces, like a honeycomb. Osteoporosis increases the size of these spaces, causing the bone to lose strength and density. In...