Protect yourself and others with a Flu Shot
For most of us, the flu is a mild, albeit miserable, respiratory illness that lasts a few days. The symptoms -- fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, body aches -- are unpleasant, but we recover and get back to our daily routines. For those with compromised or weaker...
Why FluMist Nasal Spray won’t be available this year
For the past decade, FluMist nasal spray offered a needle-free alternative to the standard flu shot. Now, doctors and health officials are warning against it. After reviewing data from 2013-2016, the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices...
Choose Whole Grains for your Health
September is Whole Grains Month! Learn why it’s important to choose whole grains. Packed with fiber, protein, vitamins, antioxidants and minerals, whole grains offer amazing nutritional benefits. Studies show that a diet rich in whole grains can lower your risk of...
Why you should prioritize your child’s Back-to-School Physical
Your child’s back-to-school physical may seem like just another item on your To Do list, but it is so important! This annual check-in provides the chance to: Help you understand and track your child’s medical history. Access your child’s progress and general...
4th of July Fireworks Safety Tips
July 4th is fun, and the fireworks displays are beautiful, but this holiday sends thousands and thousands of people to the ER every year: In 2014 alone, emergency rooms reported: 10,500 injuries from fireworks. 7,000 injuries from fireworks in the 1-month period...