What Causes Low Thyroid Levels?
It is known as hypothyroidism when the thyroid does not produce and release enough thyroid hormone into your bloodstream. The result of low thyroid levels is a slower metabolism. Hypothyroidism, or an underactive thyroid, can make you feel exhausted, put on weight, and have trouble handling cold weather. What causes low thyroid levels or hypothyroidism? […]
The Importance of Social Distancing
What is it? Social distancing means putting space between yourself and other people. The recommended distance is 6 feet, or about 2 meters. This also means staying away from any place where people publically gather, such as parks. Why is it important? This coronavirus seems to spread from person to person contact via droplets from […]
What are the advantages of a house call, especially in the time of the COVID-19 Pandemic?
What are the advantages of a house call, especially in the time of the COVID-19 Pandemic? If there’s one thing we know about the last six months, is that life is continually changing and can often be unpredictable. Personal safety in the healthcare field has moved to the forefront of concern for patients, providers, parents, […]
What is a Nurse Practitioner?
How to become a Nurse Practitioner Evolution of the Nurse Practitioner Duties and Responsibilities of a Nurse Practioner
No Health without Mental Health
What is Mental health? Mental health controls how you feel, interact with others, and handle life situations. There are many factors that may contribute to a person having mental health issues. Some of those factors include: Mental health issues can cause your physical health to decline as well. Stress and depression may lead to a […]
Protecting your Skin
How does the sun affect your skin? Being out in the sun can be good for you. Sunlight can brighten your mood and help you feel healthier. But getting too much of the ultraviolet (UV) rays in sunlight or from a tanning bed can harm your skin. The damage may include: The lighter your skin […]
The Benefits of CBD
What is CBD? Cannabidiol, or CBD, is the second most prevalent active ingredient in cannabis (marijuana). CBD is used in medical marijuana, but it is derived from hemp (only a cousin of marijuana). CBD is one of the hundreds of components, and doesn’t cause a “high.” Instead, it gives numerous benefits to your personal health. […]
Alleviating Seasonal Allergies
Allergies occur when your body’s defense system (immune system) overreacts to certain substances. The immune system treats a harmless substance as if it were a harmful germ or virus. Many things can cause this to happen. Examples include pollens, medicine, food, dust, animal dander, and mold. Your allergies are seasonal if you have symptoms just […]
Managing Diabetic Feet
Diabetic feet – When you have diabetes, your feet need extra care and attention. Diabetes can damage the nerve endings and blood vessels in your feet, making you less likely to notice when your feet are injured. Diabetes also limits your body’s ability to fight infection and get blood to areas that need it. If […]
Food as Fuel
A healthy, balanced diet gives your body nutrients. Nutrients are like fuel for your body. They give you energy. And they keep your heart beating, your brain active, and your muscles working. They also help to build and strengthen bones, muscles, and other body tissues. Your body needs three major nutrients for energy. These are […]