Posts

You’re sick… but you can’t take time off. What should you do?

We’ve all been there. You are feeling bad, you know you are coming down with something, but you have neither…

6 years ago

Back to school: My kid got me sick!

As everyone heads back to school, children will be mingling with each other and starting the concoction of germs that…

6 years ago

What is causing my eye irritation? Pink eye or eye allergies?

It’s that time of the year again, and your eyes are being exposed to all sorts of irritants. Whether it’s…

6 years ago

Feeling the Burn this Summer? Tips on Identifying a Urinary Tract Infection

Studies have shown that urinary tract infections (UTIs) tend to increase in the summer for women ages 18 to 44. …

6 years ago

Crowdsourcing in Telemedicine: Benefiting Providers and Patients

Nobody likes the waiting room. Whether it’s the ER, urgent care center, or your doctor’s office, it is usually crowded,…

7 years ago

What can I do for my cold?

We are often told that the common cold is something that must simply be endured. “Just wait it out” is…

7 years ago

Antibiotics Aren’t Always the Answer

The CDC reports that anywhere from 20-50% of all prescription antibiotics are unnecessary.  There are numerous conditions that mimic each…

7 years ago

The Real Cost of Going to the Doctor

When you visit the doctor these days, finances are unfortunately part of the picture. As deductibles increase and “cost-sharing” plans…

7 years ago

How do I know the difference between a common cold and a sinus infection?

Ever wonder when to talk to a doc about that nagging stuffy nose of yours?  The average U.S. adult gets…

7 years ago