Randy Miller’s family history included a worrisome heart pattern. The 70-year-old’s father died of congestive heart failure, and he had two uncles who dealt with heart issues as well. So he didn’t protest when Roger McClintock, MD, an internist with…
Every year on October 15, we recognize Global Handwashing day, a reminder of how something as simple as washing your hands can protect your health and the health of those around you. Handwashing is one of the easiest and most…
The excitement for Halloween starts building early for most kids – costumes, candy and goosebumps. But for children with anxiety or sensory processing issues, Halloween presents a unique challenge for parents. Leaha Jones, LCPC, and manager of Mobile Crisis Response…
Losing someone to suicide is a devastating experience that affects families and entire communities. Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States, particularly among young people. The statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and…
Back-to-school transitions can cause stress for your kids as they anticipate big changes from the summer schedule to a school routine. For most students of all ages, there can be a mix of excitement and anxiety about reuniting with friends…
In the summer, we spend a lot of time outdoors. Whether you are at a ball game, going swimming, taking a hike, camping or at a backyard barbecue, pests like mosquitos and ticks can not only be a nuisance, they…
Bad news first. There is still no safe sun exposure. Nada. Not ever. Don’t do it. And if you or your kids are going to be out in the pool, on the playing field or just hanging outdoors, they need…
Summertime gives us more daylight and longer days. Unfortunately, that can lead to sleep problems, says Stevi Surratt, RRT, supervisor of Cardiopulmonary, Cardiovascular and Sleep Lab programs at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital. “A change in daylight can affect melatonin, a sleep-inducing…
Summer is here, which means warmer weather, lots of outdoor physical activity and a risk of electrolyte imbalance. It is important to pay attention to body hydration especially in the summer months. “Water is always going to be the best…
Measles: Just the Facts With the recent outbreak of measles across the United States, there has been a wealth of information published about the measles…and unfortunately some misinformation. What is important for you to know to protect your family…