…disorder. Even though 3.4 million Americans and their families are affected by epilepsy in the United States, much about the disorder is still unknown to many people. In honor of National Epilepsy Awareness Month, here are three must-know facts about epilepsy. Epilepsy is more common than you think Epilepsy is a brain disorder that…
…U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommends men drink at least 124 ounces of water per day and women drink at least 92 ounces per day. Get up and move People who are active for at least 150 minutes each week have a 33% lower risk of all-cause mortality compared to those who are inactive during the week…
…rally preventable for those with no preexisting heart conditions. In honor of American Heart Month, find out how simple lifestyle changes can boost your cardiovascular health and improve your overall physical and mental well-being. Limit your alcohol consumption When it comes to drinking, moderation is the name of the game. While th…
Searching for a doctor or facility that accepts your insurance when you don’t feel well simply adds to your exhaustion. What’s even worse is when you give in and go to a random urgent care only to find they don’t accept your insurance, sticking you with a heftier bill than you were prepared to pay. At Midwest Express Clinic, we want to help make yo…
Living a healthy lifestyle is important, from a balanced diet to physical activity. Of course, no matter how you live, it doesn’t do much good if your body is not protected from dangerous illnesses from the inside. Thankfully, there’s an easy way to give ourselves an extra boost of protection…
…you considered the health of your child’s eyes? Healthy vision is essential for proper physical, cognitive, and social development in children, so regular screenings are necessary from an early age. Unfortunately, children may not receive help for their vision until they appear to be having a problem, such as trouble seeing the blackboard at school…
…safety and success, a sports physical is vital before participating in any activity – and will typically be required by the school or organization. Fall Sports Safety Depending upon the age of your child or sport availability, there could be a number of fall sports that your child will want to participate in. Everything from cross c…
…intentional injuries or accidents.
It’s always been important to promote healthcare for men, but given the last year with the pandemic, it has become even more essential. Prevention of disease is always more preferred to treatment, so encouraging the men in your family and friend groups to visit a do…
…ether it’s because of work, school, or extracurricular activities. However, now is the time to bring everyone together in recognition of National Eat Better, Eat Together Month this October.
The National Eat Better, Eat Together Month awareness campaign is centered on encouragin…
…ng a regular checkup and wellness exam performed by a physician is the best way to take charge of your own personal health, helping you to prevent disease, or find an underlying condition to begin treatment before it gets out of control. Visiting your doctor regularly will allow them to keep records of your baseline readings, from blood pressure to…