I know Diabetes Alert Day is not one most people mark on their calendar as being remarkable, but as a diabetes educator and long-time nurse, I would like to encourage more people to pay attention to their risk of developing diabetes. Most people can live for years without ever knowing they have diabetes because human bodies […]
I am often asked by parents if ear oil can help prevent ear infections. The answer is no. Ear oil can be used to moisturize the ear and to help excess wax slide its way out. Ear oil is a safe and effective moisturizer and wax softener. For those of us with dry, flaky, or […]
Cold weather and short days typically take cardio from the pavement into the gym. One of the most popular pieces of equipment in the gym is the elliptical machine. Elliptical trainer machines can provide a great workout for all fitness levels, but improper use can increase the risk of plantar fasciitis – especially in women. […]
Norovirus is once again running rampant in our community. This highly contagious gastrointestinal illness can infect someone who ingests only 10 particles of virus – this is smaller than the head of a pin – and is significantly fewer virus particles than it takes to get sick from many other illnesses. For example, it usually […]
The Mediterranean diet has long been thought to have heart healthy benefits. A recent study reconfirmed this theory, showing a 30 percent reduction in heart disease for people who consume a Mediterranean diet. You don’t have to live in the Mediterranean to adopt this healthy way of eating. Here are the down and dirty basics of the […]
You’ve heard it time and time again. Eat a balanced diet rich with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein to stay healthy. This is of utmost importance during cold and flu season to keep your immune system working at its prime. Many people believe to build immunity that you should consume more antioxidants. It […]
What the color of mucus – or snot – means is very misunderstood. The color of the mucus that comes out of your nose when you are sick, whether green, yellow or white, does not necessarily indicate a bacterial infection. An upper respiratory infection typically starts out as a virus, which causes your body to […]
How do you know that you are well enough to return to work or school after suffering with that debilitating flu, nagging cold, or painful strep throat? Here are a few guidelines for some common contagious illnesses to help prevent spreading your illness to others. Strep Throat Strep Throat is a bacterial infection that is […]
Your best defense against the flu is to get a flu shot, avoid people who are sick, and wash your hands frequently. But, if you are already showing symptoms of the flu, what can you do? The flu is a virus and unfortunately there is no magic cure. The best you can do if you […]
Flu season has hit NC hard this year, and earlier than usual. In fact, this has been reported as the worst flu season in NC in the past ten years. Our emergency departments, urgent care and primary care sites have all reported high flu volumes throughout the system. In an effort to protect patients, visitors […]
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