Children get ill, just like every other human being on the planet. However, some diseases and viruses are more common in babies under the age of two. A child who goes to daycare also might be exposed to more pathogens than a child who spends most of his time with a stay-at-home mother might. Either way, some childhood diseases circulate. Roseola is one of those. Here’s what you need to know.…
Read More »For many adults, arthritis is just a part of the aging process; but for those who have experienced some type of joint or bone trauma at a relatively young age, osteoarthritis can set in during their twenties, thirties, or forties, causing pain and stiffness that can leave you feeling far older than your biological age. While there’s no specific cure for osteoarthritis, there are some steps you can take to reduce your symptoms and minimize the impact this condition has on your daily life.…
Read More »It’s that time of year again, the fall and winter months in which the flu makes its annual reappearance. No one really likes getting the shot, of course, but it does help protect against a virus that is nasty even in mild form. A lot of misinformation surrounds the shot each year, some anti-shot, but some pro-shot as well. Here’s a rundown of the basic information you need to know.…
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