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Why Medication Should Be Taken Regularly and Tips On How To Do It
October 30, 2021Medication is essential to our health and our ability to recover from an illness or stay healthy as a preventative measure. Many people are afraid to take medications because they believe they can handle getting better on their own. On the other hand, many can be forgetful and don’t take their medications when they are … Continue reading “Why Medication Should Be Taken Regularly and Tips On How To Do It”
207 Views Learn moreHow Can A PCP Help You With Your Mental Health?
April 30, 2021The diagnosis and treatment for mental health begin at a primary care physician’s (PCP) office. They have an essential part to play in the initial stages of providing mental health services. There are two main ways a primary care physician (PCP) can help you with your mental health: screening and treatment. Screening A PCP will … Continue reading “How Can A PCP Help You With Your Mental Health?”
4891 Views Learn moreWhat is Seasonal Affective Disorder?
January 15, 2020Do the cold winter months affect your mood? Many of us believe that the “winter blues” are just a normal part of life. While some people notice they are more tired or sluggish during periods of less daylight, other people find the winter season drastically affects their mental health. Read on to learn about the … Continue reading “What is Seasonal Affective Disorder?”
6528 Views Learn moreDealing With Anxiety During a Blood Test
December 15, 2019Are you nervous about needles? While there is nothing to worry about during a blood test, we understand that this process can be scary for a lot of people. If you struggle with needle anxiety, you might even be tempted to cancel your blood test altogether. Don’t let your fears stop you from getting important … Continue reading “Dealing With Anxiety During a Blood Test”
9072 Views Learn moreManaging Stress This Holiday Season
November 15, 2019Whether your family gathers during Thanksgiving, New Year’s, or any of the holidays in between, there is no doubt that the end of the year can be a very stressful period for many people. If you’re not careful, this seasonal stress can wreak havoc on your health. Below, we will share a few mental health … Continue reading “Managing Stress This Holiday Season”
2636 Views Learn moreLiving with GERD: Foods and Activities to Avoid
August 22, 2019According to a report from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), approx. 20% of the American population is struggling with gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD). If you have been diagnosed with this condition, here are some foods and activities that may cause heartburn and worsen your symptoms. Foods that have high-fat … Continue reading “Living with GERD: Foods and Activities to Avoid”
6629 Views Learn moreCommon Symptoms and Causes of GERD
July 26, 2019Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition caused by the return of stomach acid into the esophagus, the tube that connects the stomach to the mouth. The acid often irritates the esophageal lining, causing some discomfort. GERD is quite common and at least once every month, over 60 million Americans suffer from the condition. Generally, … Continue reading “Common Symptoms and Causes of GERD”
695 Views Learn more7 Signs of Anxiety That Often Go Unnoticed
May 23, 2016Anxiety is an unavoidable reality that every individual is likely to experience. Of course, it is absolutely normal to experience anxiety at any level in your life. However, if you suffer from an anxiety disorder, then this is an issue which can be quite problematic. While there are symptoms and signs which are all well … Continue reading “7 Signs of Anxiety That Often Go Unnoticed”
2909 Views Learn moreCan Food Consumption Affect Your Mental Health?
December 16, 2015Unhealthy food consumption can affect your mental health and evidence found by researchers confirms this. The evidence places the blame on people’s less than nutritious eating habits and links them to the development of mental health problems. Mental health disorders linked to unhealthy eating habits include attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, depression, Alzheimer’s disease, and schizophrenia. … Continue reading “Can Food Consumption Affect Your Mental Health?”
4527 Views Learn moreLearning about Diabetes
October 19, 2015What Is Diabetes? Diabetes is a disease in which the body’s blood glucose level is above normal, which makes it difficult for the cells to get the glucose, which can result in a number of problems. Different Types of Diabetes There are three basic types of diabetes: Type 1: This is when the pancreas does … Continue reading “Learning about Diabetes”
3297 Views Learn moreKnow Where You Can Get Proper Help for Mental Health
August 22, 2015Mental health is a subject that not many people are comfortable with but it is a serious condition that must be given due importance. The first step towards treating mental disorders is acknowledging and embracing the problem. The next step is getting the right help for treatment, but it is definitely not going to be … Continue reading “Know Where You Can Get Proper Help for Mental Health”
692 Views Learn moreType 1 Diabetes: Which Insulin Program is Right For You?
July 22, 2015The insulin program plays one of the most critical roles in the life of a person with Type 1 Diabetes. It influences the way diabetic people live their life. It controls when they need to eat their food, participate in an activity, and go to bed. Therefore, it becomes pertinent for people with Type 1 … Continue reading “Type 1 Diabetes: Which Insulin Program is Right For You?”
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