Allergens can not only affect physical aspects of your body, but mental ones, too. – Inability to concentrate – Bouts of exhaustion – Restlessness – Moodiness – Need for more sleep Allergies are commonplace in San Joaquin, whose residents suffer from constant agricultural harvests, smog, […]
Don’t Skip Meals Skipping meals can lead to weight gain and once hunger catches up with us, it causes us to overload on huge portions at the next meal. For most people, the best plan is to eat three balanced meals spaced throughout the day […]
You may not need a toothbrush yet, but there are other dental tools meant to care for infant gums including sleeves that slip over your finger and bristle-less brushes meant to wipe bacteria from gums after meals. Even a clean washcloth will do the trick! […]
Does your diet provide vital nutrients needed to feel your best? Yes, we are meant to get our nutrients through food-but are you consuming enough healthy whole foods, fruits, and vegetables to suffice? According to a recent Centers for Disease Control (CDC) study, nearly 90 […]
Ahhhhh springtime, the season full of new life, blossoming flowers and….sneezing and itchy eyes! Attention allergy sufferers, there might be an all-natural, alternative solution to your aliments. Local honey can sweeten your tea and may also sooth your sinuses. Honeycombs have long been known as […]
Alzheimers Dementia (AD) Diagnosis Guidelines for diagnosis state that people must have memory impairment plus at least one other cognitive dysfunction (listed below). These impairments must be significant enough to affect daily functions. In addition, the physician should rule out other causes for memory impairment […]
Botox is most commonly associated with cosmetic procedures, used to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. What many may not know, however, is that Botox has a slew of non-cosmetic uses that could reduce symptoms of ailments such as incontinence, hyperhidrosis and […]
Caring for an elderly or sick parent can be a difficult thing to face alone – but it can sometimes be even more of a challenge when there are multiple family members involved in the decision making process. Naturally, differences of opinion are going to […]
Back in the 1980s, laser-based refractive surgery was first developed as a safe, precise and fast way to correct myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism by reshaping the cornea. The result was permanently improved vision without the need for glasses or contact lenses. Since then, […]
It can be embarrassing when you actually have issues…down there. But being too embarrassed to ask the important questions can leave you vulnerable to dangerous and potentially deadly conditions. Dr. R. Afiba Arthur of P. Gill Obstetrics and Gynecology helps us answer ten questions you […]
Our smiles are important to us all, and when there is a chipped or missing tooth, it can greatly affect not only our self-esteem but our dental health as well. It is important to find a local dentist who will fix the problem before it […]
Sensitive teeth can be caused by any number of reasons. When the hard enamel of the tooth is worn down, pain can be caused by hot or cold beverages, foods or even exposure to air. If the pain becomes unbearable, consult with your dentist and […]
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