EKG stands for electrocardiogram and can provide a considerable amount of information about the health and functioning of your heart. Before having an EKG, it’s important to let your doctor know what, if any, medications you’re taking or if you are allergic to adhesive tape. So, what is an electrocardiogram, anyway? What is an electrocardiogram? … Continued

Poison ivy is a three-, five- or nine-leaved, vined plant that grows naturally in wooded or marshy areas of North America. It contains an oil called urushiol, which causes an allergic reaction on the skin if you come in contact with it. According to the American Skin Association, 10-15% of people are severely allergic to … Continued

After a long year in quarantine, spring sports are finally reopening and recruiting kids across the country for lots of outdoor activity, teamwork and fun. While parents and children alike are ecstatic to get back on the pitch, sports injury prevention should be top of mind—especially since physical activities have been limited. Sprains and strains … Continued

We’ve all struggled with a cold at one time or another. It’s one of the most common viral infections of the nose and throat. In fact, adults can catch between two to five colds each year, and children catch even more. But if sniffling, sneezing and coughing symptoms last for more than 7 days (the … Continued

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 18.2 million Americans over the age of 20 have coronary artery disease. Age, family history, smoking, high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol levels, diabetes and excess weight are common causes. Though many Americans are eating a modestly healthier diet now as compared to a decade … Continued

Did you know certain foods help boost your immune system and avoid things like the common cold and flu—even during a pandemic? Though the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states the U.S. is experiencing decreased influenza this year as a result of the pandemic, they attribute the decline to less people seeking medical care … Continued

Approximately 75  percent of Americans are chronically dehydrated. This type of mild dehydration can lead to thirst, dark yellow urine, headache or even muscle cramps. If you experience any of these early warning signs, it’s important to replenish your fluids by drinking plenty of water to avoid more serious symptoms. Moderate to severe dehydration often … Continued