It’s hard to walk down the street or even sit in an office without seeing someone with their earbuds listening to their iPhones, iPods, or whatever device they are attached to. For kids today, it’s almost part of their wardrobe. Earbuds can ultimately lead to hearing loss – but they don’t have to. We are born with five senses; these …
The chilly winds and dropping temperatures can only mean one thing – cold and flu season is approaching. It’s a time when we brace ourselves for the seasonal onslaught of coughs, sneezes, fever and body aches. And it’s important to be prepared. At St. Elizabeth, technology makes it easier than ever to seek medical care without leaving the comfort of …
For years, Gatorade was the only sports drink out there. Developed in the 1960s by University of Florida trainers “” hence that “Gator” in “Gatorade” “” the popular drink held a near monopoly for decades as its popularity soared with professional athlete endorsements, sideline dousings of winning coaches and the “Is it in you?” commercials. In recent years, other brands …
Whether you’re mowing the lawn, sitting by the pool or chasing kids through the sprinklers, it’s easy to lose track of how long you’ve been outside. That is, of course, until you feel that telltale tingling or itchiness that means you’re going to look like a lobster soon. Here are our best tips to avoid – and, if necessary, treat …
Just about anything “stress, hormones, caffeine (or the lack of it), allergies, a pulled muscle” can cause a headache. Figuring out the type of headache and, in some cases the pain trigger, can go a long way toward short-circuiting your misery, according to the National Headache Foundation. Headache specialists divide headaches into two main types: primary, benign headaches like migraine …
If you’re preparing to celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, remember that fireworks injure thousands of people each year. The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) stresses that fireworks are not toys but incendiary devices that can cause devastating eye injuries. In the most severe cases, fireworks can rupture the globe of the eye, cause chemical and thermal burns, corneal abrasions …
It’s that time of year again: the back-to-school hustle is in full swing. Toward the top of all of our to-do lists – hovering somewhere between purchasing school supplies and seeing what clothes still fit your child – should be scheduling a well visit exam with your child’s physician. “Annual pediatric checkups are a critical part of your child’s health, …
Ever wondered why you get covered in mosquito bites every summer and some of your friends come away without one? Some humans really are more “appetizing” than others. To learn why mosquitoes bite some people more than others, check out the New York Magazine video below: Remember, even if you don’t get bit too frequently, it’s still a good idea …
Hearing loss is more common than you may think. The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) estimates that 48 million – or 20 percent – of Americans experience some degree of hearing loss, and almost 29 million of those adults would benefit from hearing aids. Hearing Loss We all know someone who struggles with hearing. According to the HLAA, hearing …
