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Stop Ticks in Their Tracks: Prevention, Removal, and Treatment
Don't get ticked off: Tips for how to conquer those tiny terrors.Unfortunately we humans aren’t the only ones who enjoy the nice weather this time of year. Ticks usually go dormant for the winter (unless they have found a warm, hospitable host), so we tend to let our...
Explore the Benefits of Outdoor Adventure
An active family is a healthy family, and a healthy family is a happy one. .Stay healthy by getting outside, and stay safe while doing so. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and a gentle breeze is calling you outdoors! As this season graces us with its...
Avian Influenza (Bird Flu): It’s Resurgence, Risks, and Treatment
They call it the bird flu, but it also affects other animals, and people. .Making an Unwelcome Comeback Back in the mid to late 2000’s the bird flu was on a devastating path around the world - killing 53% of humans who contracted it. States of emergency were declared,...
Navigating Spring’s Waters: Hydration, Recreation, and the Risk of Giardia
Even crystal clear water can conceal hidden hazards. .Spring Brings water, water brings risks. With spring in full swing and temperatures rising, our thirst (pun intended) for water grows as well. This applies to both the need to stay hydrated and the desire to cool...
The Importance of Timely Antibiotic Intervention
Accelerate healing through early treatment. .The Key to Effective Infection Management: Early antibiotic intervention and at the right dose. While aggressive antibiotic treatment with high dosages has been the go-to methodology of treatment historically, research by...
Tips for Getting Our Kids to Live Their Healthiest Lives
Kids are superb little copycats; let's give them some positive things to mimic. .Healthy kids, Happy Families: Empowering Children for Lifelong Wellness Before they start making their own decisions, kids will begin copying ours. So the more health conscious examples...
Is the CDC’s Low Influenza Activity Data Misleading?
Warm days, cooler nights, and the brilliant, showy colors of foliage announce the arrival of fall. Sweaters, jackets, hats and gloves come out of their summer hibernation. Some days are warmer than others, but the crisp air reminds us that winter is just around the...
Should You Send Your Child to School When They Say They Have a Stomachache?
This is a dilemma that plays out daily in thousands of households across America. You are getting your children ready for school, and your son or daughter says that they don't feel good. You ask, how don't you feel good, while feeling their forehead, which is warm but...