The Flu Shot: A Vaccine with Benefits Let’s be honest: The flu is not an illness that anyone wants to contend with. For those who are generally healthy, it is uncomfortable and exhausting, but for younger or older individuals, or those with other health conditions, it...

Cardiovascular disease affects millions of people and is considered to be the leading cause of death and disability in the world. Each year, 17.5 million people die as a result of the disease. On September 29, 2018, it is time to bring awareness to heart health and...

For anyone who is sexually active, taking precautions to protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is extremely important. Even if you are in a committed relationship, an underlying disease could be lurking without...

The demands we place on ourselves everyday can quickly become overwhelming, even if many of them are enjoyable. Perhaps you are being pulled in multiple directions at work, constantly fighting with a broken appliance at home, and having to get your kids to school and...

Fall is a season that many people look forward to, as it brings cooler temperatures, beautiful colors, and pumpkin-flavored treats. Unfortunately, much like the blooming spring flowers, certain foliage releases pollen into the air, triggering sneezing and a runny nose...

Young children are susceptible to all sorts of germs and bacteria thanks to their desire to touch almost anything and then inevitably putting their hands into their mouths. Unfortunately, this puts them at higher risk of infection when outbreaks of contagious viruses...