Category: Conditions & Treatments
How to Treat a Sinus Infection
You know how to treat a cold, but this seems like something else. That runny nose, facial pain, headache and sore throat just won’t go away — and you may also have bad breath and a cough. You go to the primary care provider and learn it’s not a cold; it’s a sinus infection. What does that mean and how do you treat it?
Ouch! What That Ache or Pain is Telling You
Have you ever thought of pain as “useful”? It is! Pain informs your body of certain behaviors—and thus behavior changes that need to take place. Learn why pain can be valuable.
How to Get a Baby to Sleep: Developing Healthy Habits from the Start
Getting enough sleep and establishing a bedtime routine is important for every family with young children. Knowing what to expect at every stage of development can help build a lifetime of healthy sleeping habits.
Healthy Sleep Habits Mean a Happy Child
Sleep is important for a child’s growth and development. You can help your child grow up happy and healthy by following healthy sleep habits. But how much sleep does your child need and how do you set up a good bedtime routine?
Are Cholesterol-Lowering Statin Medications Right for You?
If you’ve been diagnosed with high cholesterol, your primary care provider may recommend you take statin medications. What are they and how do they work?
Exercising for a Healthy Heart When You Have Heart Disease
If you have heart disease, it is very important to get moving! Exercise can be fun – just pick an activity that you enjoy. Learn how to get off the couch and feel better safely.
VBAC: Am I Eligible for a Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Delivery?
Are you a mom who has given birth through a Cesarean section (C-section) and think you won’t be able to give birth vaginally? Well, here’s some good news.
Build an Action Plan for COPD Flare Ups
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms can come and go. When symptoms get worse, either suddenly or over a period of days, it’s called a COPD flare-up. If you experience COPD flare-ups, make an action plan to help shorten or reduce your symptoms.
Prioritizing Women’s Health
Women experiencing undesirable symptoms have a number of care options. Learn which ones require immediate attention in the ER versus those that can benefit from an urgent care setting.
Diabetes and Hypertension
Two out of three people with diabetes also have hypertension, known as high blood pressure. Find out how to lower your blood pressure and improve your overall health.