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 …
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 …
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: …
The Fourth of July is the day Americans celebrate their independence! It is a federal holiday where many of you will be off from work, and regular day camps will be closed. Get your grilling supplies in order, make sure the pool is ready for fun and set up your outdoor tables and chairs…the Fourth …
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 …
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Despite May being the Physical Fitness and Sports Month, we should really celebrate this particular health awareness throughout all the months of the year. Physical Fitness is something that needs to be consistently worked on. Spurts of physical activity are more the norm than sticking to it, …
Happy Memorial Day! Today is the day we honor those who have served our country. They have fought for our freedom, got injured for our freedom, and have even died for our freedom. Let’s not forget the true meaning behind this day. If you know anyone actively in the military, or a veteran of the …
May is Mental Health awareness month, so to kick off our health awareness blog we are going to start with the topic of mental health, something that everyone can relate to. From young age to old age, everyone needs to keep an eye on their mental health. Mental health is commonly defined as “the ability …
The online staff at ExpressDocs is going to begin monthly health awareness posts that the doctors and staff at ExpressDocs Urgent Care Center feel have a vital impact on our patients. We will have a set monthly health awareness blog topic at least once a month. However, if you have any suggestions on health topics …
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