Tag: Concerning Symptoms

Sick child

Should I Take My Child to the Emergency Room?

When your child is sick or hurt, you want to do what is best for them. Sometimes they just need to see their pediatrician, sometimes they need more. Learn where to go for what conditions.

Sick woman with man

Should I Go to the ER, Urgent Care or Primary Care?

You can’t plan for an unexpected health problem or emergency, but when you or a loved one needs immediate care, do you know where to go?

Mom wiping baby's nose

How to Protect Children from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

RSV is extremely common in the winter months. While most children only suffer mild symptoms, babies and some young children are at high risk for severe illness that might require hospitalization. Learn some simple but effective ways to protect them.

Tired Woman

Could I Have Fatty Liver Disease?

If you are overweight, bloated and fatigued, there’s a chance you could have fatty liver disease. This condition can take years off your life if not treated and can affect your quality of life. But there is hope! The liver can repair itself with a healthy lifestyle and working closely with your health care provider.

Anxiety and high blood pressure

The Link Between Anxiety and High Blood Pressure

Chronic anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects nearly a third of Americans at some point in their lives. Left untreated, anxiety may lead to physical health conditions that include high blood pressure.

Getting a sonogram

What to Expect at Your Maternal-Fetal Medicine Appointment

As exciting as expecting a new baby can be, it can be equally unnerving if you learn your pregnancy is considered high-risk and you are referred to a maternal-fetal medicine specialist. What does that mean?

Woman with stomach pain

IBD vs. IBS: What’s the Difference?

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) have similar abbreviations, and both affect your digestive system. While they share symptoms, they can be entirely different health conditions.

Healing Shoulder Pain

Healing Shoulder Pain

Experiencing shoulder pain? There are different treatment options available outside of surgery. Learn what might work for you.

Reversing prediabetes with exercise and healthy eating

The Best Ways for Reversing Prediabetes

Prediabetes means you have elevated blood sugar levels, but you have not yet entered Type 2 diabetes territory. The good news is, reversing prediabetes is possible and allows you to avoid diabetes in the future.

African American woman concerned

Why Are Uterine Cancer Cases Rising?

An increasing number of women are being diagnosed with cancer, but early detection saves lives. Learn about the symptoms of uterine cancer.