Posts Tagged ‘prevention’
Is my wound infected or not infected?
Learn the signs of an infected wound and when it is time to visit your local ER. Our bodies are marvelous wonders of the world. As soon as we are injured, the body starts to heal itself within minutes. However, sometimes the healing process does not work expectedly – leaving us to wonder, is my…
Read MoreYear-Round Breast Cancer Prevention
Breast cancer prevention is relevant beyond the month of October. Discover year-round prevention tips! As we enter Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we can expect to see prevention tips and statistics around breast cancer widely shared to help raise awareness on the impact of breast cancer and the importance of breast screenings. However, there are steps…
Read MorePrevent Burn Injuries
Avoid hazardous burn injuries with essential safety tips and learn the correct time to go to the ER based on burn severity. We see it happen every year. Hundreds of thousands of patients of all ages are admitted to the hospital with burn injuries – ranging from minor to severe. With the right prevention, you…
Read MoreChildhood Obesity Awareness Month
As a parent or caregiver, we understand a child’s health and well-being are a top priority. We’re here to help educate you on the risks and provide tips to help prevent your child from being one in five school-aged children with obesity, which can lead to several health complications. Today, the rate of children encountering…
Read MoreSummertime Stings and Burns
Summertime is filled with long days spent outdoors. Whether you’re laying out by a pool, riding a bike, or swimming in a lake, it’s all fun and games until your day in the sun results in a painful burn or sting. This month, we’re sharing a few simple safety tips everyone can benefit from during…
Read MoreNational Cancer Prevention Month
All of us, in some way or another, have been affected by cancer. Whether you know someone who has been diagnosed, have a family history of it, or have idols who were taken from it, cancer is sadly very common. But did you know, according to the World Health Organization, 30%-50% of cancers can…
Read MoreProtecting Yourself Against UV Radiation
A good dose of sunlight is almost always a cure for the blues, not to mention its role in the production of our vital Vitamin D. Vitamin D is a heavyweight when it comes to being healthy, protecting against inflammation, improving brain function, helping our muscles recover faster, and lowering high blood pressure. The key…
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