Mental Health
Body shaming: What it is and how it affects health
The human body is amazing and complex. Our bodies allow us to breathe, to move, to think, to interact with others and so much...
What are parasomnias? Learn about different sleep disorders
You’ve heard of sleepwalking, and maybe even done it yourself. But did you know it’s just one of the many sleep disorders that fall...
Why does my neck hurt? Common causes and risk factors
Neck pain happens. We’ve all had those days when we wake up stiff and uncomfortable or feel an unexpected twinge when turning our head....
Varicose veins self-care: 10 tips
You’re looking at your legs and wondering if there’s anything you can do about the varicose veins on them. The good news is that...
True or False: Myths and Misconceptions About Bioidentical Hormones for Menopausal...
True or False: Myths and Misconceptions About Bioidentical Hormones for Menopausal Symptoms
An increasing number of peri- and post-menopausal women are seeking “bioidentical” hormones as...
Legionnaires’ disease symptoms and treatment
Respiratory illnesses are no fun, but they typically go away on their own with at-home treatments to ease symptoms. But one respiratory illness that...
6 signs you may need a hip replacement
Hip pain – we’ve all been there. Sometimes you wake up a little stiff, you sit for too long or you get a bit...
E. coli symptoms and how to prevent getting infected
Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a group of bacteria that normally lives in the gut of healthy people and animals, and helps to digest...
Norovirus outbreaks and how to protect yourself
From the common cold to strep throat, there are a lot of viruses and bacteria that can spread from person to person. Norovirus isn’t...
Chronic kidney disease (CKD): Stages, causes and treatments
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that around 37 million adults in the United States have chronic kidney disease, with the majority...