Stopping a seizure: first aid guide and when to get help
How to Respond to a Seizure A seizure is a sudden, uncontrolled burst of activity between neurons (brain cells), which causes an electrical disturbanc…
How to Respond to a Seizure A seizure is a sudden, uncontrolled burst of activity between neurons (brain cells), which causes an electrical disturbanc…
How to quit smoking and make that resolution stick Over 34 million American adults smoke cigarettes as of 2019, according to the CDC. This means that…
Blue fingernails are commonly caused by cyanosis, which happens when there’s a lack of oxygen in the blood. Blood lacking in oxygen has a bluish tint. …
Panic attacks are periods of intense and uncontrollable fear, often accompanied by a variety of other symptoms. They can last anywhere from a couple of…
Dehydration happens when you don’t take in enough fluids. It can affect how your body functions. In severe cases, it can also affect your mental and em…
What is anxiety disorder and what can you do about it? Everyone experiences anxiety from time to time. But when anxiety overtakes a major part of yo…
Zoloft, a brand of the antidepressant sertraline, is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). This means that it works by increasing the seroto…
Sunscreen safety just in time for summer The summer sunshine is coming and you know what that means: longer days, beaches and sunscreen. While we m…
Asthma on top of allergies? It happens… It’s no secret that seasonal allergies and asthma cause similar symptoms. But when they occur together, it’s l…
Allergy medication and high blood pressure often go hand in hand Ah spring… It’s finally time to shed those bulky sweaters and swap our snow boots for…