March in Delray Beach is supposed to be about sun-drenched afternoons on Atlantic Avenue and breezy mornings at the GreenMarket. But for many of our neighbors, the spring air currently feels like a “sneak attack.” With a late-season surge of a particularly stubborn flu strain colliding head-on with peak oak and pine pollen, it’s getting
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We are excited to announce that our second location on the SW corner of 441 and Atlantic Ave will be OPENING on Friday, September 6th at 8:00 am! Our hours will be identical to our original location on Military trail, and we will be open 7 days a week, 365 days a year! We are
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The 2017-2018 flu season was the deadliest season in over 40 years. Last year, Anne Schuchat, the acting director of the CDC stated that “hospitalizations from the flu are now the highest that we’ve seen in nearly a decade”. By the end of the 2017-2018 flu season, there were 183 pediatric deaths associated with the
September is Fruits and Vegetables…More Matters Month! That means that one of this month’s health awareness campaigns has been designated to increase the fruit and veggie intake we consume daily. A vital part of fighting obesity and living healthy lifestyles is ensuring ourselves and our friends and family consistently consume the nutrients needed to live
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August is Back to School Month! The school supply aisles will be packed this weekend with last minute shopping before school reconvenes for many on Monday, August 18th! Don’t forget to fill your shopping carts with notebooks, pens, pencils, rulers, and most importantly healthy snacks to start the school year on a high note! Some
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August is Psoriasis Awareness Month The skin is the human body’s largest organ, and it is quite amazing. It is durable, regenerative, and can handle the wear and tear of everyday life. However, it is not immune to infection and disease. Autoimmune diseases, such as psoriasis, can affect the skin, causing raised, red, scaly patches
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Doctor’s Orders: NO Unnecessary Antibiotics So little Bobby has been sneezing and coughing. He seems to have the common cold. Your first thought is to bring him in to the doctor. The doctor prescribes fluids, rest, and a follow up if symptoms persist. You ask, what about a prescription for antibiotics? The doctor hesitates:
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July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. Many times we, as adults, don’t pay much attention when our children complain that their “joints” hurt. We think they’ve played too hard, want extra attention or possibly just have the flu. There are times, however, when this complaint needs further evaluation by a Health Care Professional as the
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June is National Aphasia Awareness Month. The brain is a vital organ in the functionality of human beings. It is magnificently strong, yet it can be detrimentally affected by many factors such as traumatic brain injuries, strokes, and infections. Aphasia is one of many symptoms resulting from a brain injury. It is defined as an
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