Think Healthier: because you need to!

No one wants to admit when it might be time to have a serious examination, like a colonoscopy. In fact, even though it is recommended to have a colonoscopy when you turn 50, most people don’t actually have one. Likewise, even when there are explicit signs that someone needs a serious examination, most people will…

Imagine that you underwent a medical procedure at your local hospital. Shortly after the procedure, you began feeling extremely ill with a high temperature and a bad headache. However, when you informed doctors of your condition, they just responded by saying it’s probably a bug and told you to see if it improves by your…

Allergies are nothing to sneeze at. They can be downright debilitating. Ask anyone who battles with congestion, itchy eyes and headaches, and they’ll tell you attest to the chronic discomfort caused by unruly allergies. Allergies occur when a person comes into contact with a substance called an allergen. Allergens can be many different things including…

There is an old saying that goes something like this: “If you don’t take care of yourself, you won’t be able to take care of anyone else.” There’s a lot to be said about looking out for number one, especially if you’re a caregiver. Being a caregiver is exceptionally demanding in multiple mental and physical…

Flu season is upon us, and despite regular warnings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), only about 32 percent of Americans are getting their annual seasonal flu vaccines. Whether you have your vaccination or have chosen not to take the precaution (or if you fall into the high-risk categories for those who…

When the weather’s warm, many people enjoy engaging in outdoor activities such as picnics, baseball games, camping trips or hiking in the woods. Many events and gatherings are planned at outdoor venues, and tending to outdoor chores around the home can be pleasurable and productive. Simply said, spending time outdoors is an enjoyable and necessary…

Your bed is your sanctuary. It’s the place where you recharge rejuvenate rest even escape from your hectic daily life for prolonged periods of time. It’s the safest, softest, most relaxing place in your home, right? Wrong. Believe it or not, a roll in the sheets actually can be hazardous to your health. Your sheets…

Pets often become full-fledged and bona fide members of the family. We love our pets as though they are our children, friends, brothers or sisters. We kiss our pets, hug our pets and let them lick our faces. In many cases, pets curl up on our couches with us, sleep in our beds and make…

Flu. Stomach virus. Cold. These bugs can blow through a household like Grant blew through Richmond. Just when it seems like it can’t get any worse, you’re suddenly the last woman standing, until you, too, are struck down by the dreaded illness. Keeping the offending bug contained and minimizing the risk of other family members…

“You’re fired!” Imagine hearing Donald Trump’s famous phrase from your doctor, of all people. Getting a termination letter from your family physician isn’t just possible; it’s plausible in some situations. There are doctors who actually request that patients find a new practice to meet their medical needs. This type of communication may come as a…