Staying Healthy During Your Pregnancy
If you’ve been diagnosed with glaucoma, one of the first things your eye doctor is likely to recommend is taking a medication, such as a prostaglandin or a beta blocker, to reduce the pressure behind your eyes. While these medications work well for many people, there are patients who do not tolerate them well. These patients may experience eye redness and burning, depression, fatigue, shortness of breath, and changes in blood pressure, among other side effects. Read More»
When children go through difficult events and situations in life, they are often left with feelings they cannot work through. These feelings can accumulate and cause emotional problems for the child, and they can cause lifelong effects on the child’s wellbeing, emotions, and actions. Children’s counseling is something that can help children through tough times. If you are not sure if your child needs it or how it works, it’s important for you to know these three things. Read More»
Ah, summer. Regardless of where you live, it’s the season during which you yearn for activities drenched in sunshine. For many people, it is the season of suntanning. Who doesn’t see the attraction of skin darkened by the sun’s rays, shown off in shorts or pretty dresses? However, a dark shadow lurks over the sun’s beckoning warmth. Skin cancer rates are skyrocketing in this country despite years of public service warnings about the importance of sunscreen protection. Read More»
If your baby frequently develops minor rashes or is suffering from a persistent rash that will not go away, you should take him or her to a dermatologist. A dermatologist should be able to prescribe proper medication that will offer your baby immediate relief from their rash and may also be able to determine the root cause of the rash to prevent future outbreaks. However, to make a proper diagnosis, your dermatologist will need thorough information regarding your baby’s habits and exposure to various items. Read More»
Do you have a child with a broken bone? If so, you have lots of company. About half of all boys and a quarter of girls break a bone during their formative years. In fact, fractures account for 15% of all childhood injuries. Wrists are the most likely area of a child’s body to suffer a fracture. Fractures, usually caused by falls, are the 4th most common type of injury for kids under six. Read More»
