Antibiotics are great at keeping us healthy, but overuse has led to antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Sometimes antibiotics are the perfect fix, other times they can be unnecessary and ineffective. Below, using tips from the American Board of Internal Medicine, we provide some details on when you should and shouldn’t seek out antibiotics for common infections. […]
4 Fitness-Tracking Devices to Keep You Healthy
How are you doing on those New Year’s resolutions? If you’re like most Americans, some of your resolutions have fallen by the wayside. Don’t be discouraged. Instead, make positive changes to get back in the swing of things. If getting fit was one of your resolutions, here are four devices that can help you kick-start […]
The Importance of Vitamin D Tests
Because medical knowledge is always advancing, doctors and healthcare providers are able to detect potential problems earlier than ever before. We also have the ability to screen for certain indicators that suggest we need to start eating healthier, or more of a certain vitamin or mineral. While cancer and blood pressure screenings make the headlines, […]
Optimism Good For Overall Health
We’ve discussed the power of positive thinking on the blog before, but a new study suggests that an optimistic outlook on life may have significant health benefits. Researchers at the University of Illinois said optimists have a higher correlation with heart health than pessimists. “Individuals with the highest levels of optimism have twice the […]
Youth Sports Injuries: Is Rugby Worse Than Football?
We’ve documented the current concussion crisis plaguing the sport of American football in the past, but British doctors are saying another popular sport needs to be reexamined amid health concerns. That popular sport is rugby. Although not nearly as popular in America as it is ‘across the pond,’ more rugby clubs continue to sprout on high […]
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