Most of us have been there. You have hours ahead of you on the road and from the backseat all you can hear is, “Are we there yet?” This year, instead of loading the kids up on packaged snacks with…
Bad news first. There is still no safe sun exposure. Nada. Not ever. Don’t do it. And if your kids are going to be out in the pool, on the playing field or just hanging outdoors, they need to be…
Summer is in full swing, and your schedule is packed with pool parties, barbeques, ballgames and more. Everyone around you seems more positive and energetic — except you. Regardless of the season, depression can make the whole world dark and…
Even camels can die from dehydration—those humps are filled with fat, not water. But you don’t have to exist in a desert to be vulnerable to the symptoms and effects of dehydration, especially during the summer when increased activity and…
Now’s the time to schedule school physicals. Dr. Maoxiim Tellez with Memorial Physician Services – Petersburg notes the main purpose of a school physical is to make sure children are growing in a healthy manner, both physically and mentally. It’s…
They are the big three irritants in an otherwise glorious time of year: sunburn, bug bites and the itchy rash associated with leaves of three, otherwise known as poison ivy. Dr. Avi Viswanathan with Memorial Physician Services – Koke Mill…
Summer season is approaching which means warm weather, lots of physical activity, and paying more attention to keeping your body hydrated. “Water is the body’s fluid of choice”, says Christina Rollins, Registered Dietitian for Memorial Medical Center and spokesperson for…
Whether you pile your family into the car for a leisurely road trip or jet off to an exotic locale, a vacation is a great escape from your everyday routine. But summer fun doesn’t have to sabotage your diet. Avoiding…
Glowing sparklers, massive booms from afar, and collective “oohs” and “ahhs” are familiar sights and sounds to most Americans. Yes, the Fourth of July will soon be upon us. And once again, Memorial Medical Center is preparing for an influx…
Before you hit the road or fly the friendly skies this summer, remember that packing for a trip involves more than the right clothing and shoes. A comprehensive medical kit will help ensure your vacation doesn’t include a sight-seeing excursion…