Common Flu Questions Answered

Flu season is here, and the ever-changing environment and ongoing pandemic may raise a few more questions about how to stay healthy.

Managing Pain After Your Emergency Department Visit

Managing your pain following a visit to the emergency department may seem overwhelming. In addition to the traditional options such as over-the-counter and…

Navigating Over-the-Counter Medications to Manage Pain

If you have visited the emergency department for care and need additional support to manage your pain, you may likely go to your local pharmacy or store…

Sniffing out the best course of treatment for your sinus symptoms

Your sinuses don’t necessarily want to be troublemakers. These four cavities at the front of the skull are connected by narrow channels and make thin mucus…

Surviving the Calm: What to Do with COVID-19 on the Retreat

Just over one year ago, we were starting to see the COVID-19 pandemic shift into high gear. The anxieties that so many of us were feeling in the spring of 2020…

The Importance of Emergency Preparedness

Hurricane season occurs June 1 – Nov. 30, but the height of the season in North Florida typically starts in September, extending through the end of October.…

Debunking Popular Skincare Myths

Did you know that our skin is the largest organ in the body? It is also the most visible, which is why we need to care for it properly. With so many trends…

Colon Cancer Screenings Can’t Wait

In general, people tend to avoid getting routine colonoscopies because they “feel fine” or “have no family history of colon cancer.” Yet the best way to treat…

All About Allergies

Allergic rhinitis, or allergies, can be anything from a mild annoyance that occurs seasonally to a very impactful, limiting and chronic problem. Fortunately,…

Meat or Plants: Which is a Runner’s Best Friend?

Popular documentaries like Netflix’s “Game Changers” are sharing success stories from athletes who have switched to plant-based diets. What does this mean for…

Aging with Pain — Stay Informed and Stay Well

Pain management is a very personal topic, and for many, understanding what options are best can be a challenge.

Heart Disease in Women – An Unfortunate Foe

There are several heart conditions that can affect women. It’s helpful to understand these, along with the occurrences and risks leading up to them.