May is the health awareness month that accentuates the importance of protecting your skin. In South Florida, May already starts feeling like the summer, so precaution is necessary. In South Florida, precaution is always necessary given the increased amounts of time Floridians are able to be outdoors. The key to detecting skin cancer comes with …
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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In honor of the many women diagnosed with breast cancer, it is important to take the time to propagate breast cancer awareness. According to the American Cancer Society, the second most fatal cancer to women is breast cancer, with lung cancer causing the highest annual fatality rates in …
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September is Whole Grains Month! For good reason, the Whole Grains Council has determined their 2014 theme to be “Make the Switch to Whole Grain”. Whether uninformed, or too busy, many individuals do not incorporate whole grains into their diets. This lack of whole grain consumption could be a contributor to the high obesity rates …
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 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 …
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: …
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 …
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 …
