Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection (RSV)
About RSV WHAT TO KNOW RSV is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Infants and older adults are more likely to develop severe RSV and need hospitalization. CDC recommends immunizations to protect infants, some young children, and older adults. What is RSV? Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory […]
Fireworks Safety
en español: Seguridad al manipular fuegos artificiales Medically reviewed by: Elana Pearl Ben-Joseph, MD Learn About Primary Care Pediatrics at Nemours Children’s Health Listen Holidays like the Fourth of July and other celebrations can be fun times with great memories. But make sure everyone knows about fireworks safety. What Are the Dangers of Fireworks? If […]
Avoiding Holiday Stressors: Tips for a Stress-Free Season
December 03, 2018 By Jessica Maharaj The “most wonderful time of the year” can quickly turn into the most stressful time of the year for many. When compounded by a mental illness, common holiday pressures can create a perfect storm of exacerbated stressors, symptoms and setbacks if not proactively addressed. The reality is that potential […]
Healthy Eating and the Holidays
KEY POINTS ‘Tis the season for family, festivity, and food—lots of food. How do you manage diabetes during the holidays when food temptations are just about everywhere? Try these tips to help you stick to your diabetes meal plan this holiday season. Holiday-proof your plan You may not be able to control what food you’re […]
Eating, Diet, & Nutrition for Kidney Stones
Can I help prevent kidney stones by changing what I eat or drink? Drinking enough liquid, mainly water, is the most important thing you can do to prevent kidney stones. Unless you have kidney failure, many health care professionals recommend that you drink six to eight, 8-ounce glasses a day. Talk with a health care […]
About Cardiomyopathy
KEY POINTS Cardiomyopathy represents a collection of diverse conditions of the heart muscle. Cardiomyopathy can be acquired—developed because of another disease, condition, or factor—or inherited. What it is Cardiomyopathy represents a collection of diverse conditions of the heart muscle. These diseases have many causes, symptoms, and treatments and can affect people of all ages […]
What is Cholesterol?
Cholesterol 101: An introduction If you’re reading this, you probably care about your health and the role cholesterol can play. That’s an important first step. So, what is cholesterol? What does it do? Cholesterol is a waxy substance throughout the body. It’s not “bad” unless you have too much of it. Your body needs it […]
Urgent Care for Seniors
Urgent care centers can also be a good option for seniors. They offer convenient care and can treat a wide variety of conditions, including: Colds and flu Pneumonia Bronchitis Urinary tract infections Minor cuts and burns Sprains and strains Broken bones
Hydration
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Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room: Key Differences
Urgent care centers and emergency rooms are both important parts of the healthcare system, but they serve different purposes. Urgent care centers are designed to treat non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries, such as colds, flu, sprains, and minor cuts. Emergency rooms are designed to treat life-threatening illnesses and injuries, such as heart attacks, strokes, and broken […]