Key Takeaways (TL;DR): While the flu and colds share some common symptoms, the flu hits faster and harder than a cold, often causing high fevers, severe body aches, and extreme exhaustion. If you can still manage to work from home, you likely have a cold; if you are bedridden…
Key Takeaways (TL;DR) Anxiety is a natural survival response, but when it’s persistent and overwhelming, it can become disruptive to daily life. Some symptoms of anxiety include: constant worry, physical tension, trouble concentrating, and sleep issues. Causes may include: genetics, brain chemistry, personality, trauma, and/or learned behavior. Treatment options…
Key Takeaways (TL;DR): COPD is a progressive lung disease that makes breathing more difficult over time. COPD can affect non-smokers as well as smokers. In addition to smoking, pollution, respiratory infections, chemicals at work, and genetics are also major risk factors for developing COPD. Starting treatment early and avoiding…
Key Takeaways (TL;DR): Persistent joint pain makes it harder to move, work, and stay active. Injections help reduce inflammation so patients can move more comfortably. Joint injections deliver medications directly into the affected joint instead of throughout the whole body. For many, injections provide enough relief to delay or…
Key Takeaways (TL;DR): Daily exercise, nutritious food, and getting enough sleep play key roles in healthy aging. Regular checkups and screenings help catch potential health problems early, when they’re easier to treat. Keeping your mind active and staying social protects your mental and emotional health. Addressing health issues early…
Key Takeaways (TL;DR): Hypertension during pregnancy requires close monitoring to keep both mother and baby healthy. Regular prenatal checkups help your healthcare team catch and respond to changes quickly. Treatment is tailored to each individual and may include lifestyle changes or pregnancy-safe medicine. Managing blood pressure from the beginning…
Key Takeaways (TL;DR): For college freshmen, changes in routine can affect sleep, nutrition, and stress levels. Establishing consistent routines and healthy habits at the beginning helps students successfully adjust to living on their own. It’s normal to feel stressed or homesick, so seeking mental health support is key during the…
Most Americans have a strong mental association between drinking milk and having strong bones, thanks to clever advertising. Those old TV commercials weren’t wrong – dairy is a good dietary source of calcium, which is important for strong bones. But many of us don’t really understand how important…
If you enjoy exploring the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, it’s easy to take it for granted that we have a lot fewer “biting bugs” compared to other parts of the country. But Washington State is home to several species of ticks that can spread infections such as…
Summer is a time for making memories with friends and family. But it’s best if those memories are happy ones. When hosting a barbeque or a picnic, be sure to brush up on food safety tips to ensure your guests don’t get food poisoning. People experience more foodborne illnesses…
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