by S. Griffin | Last updated Feb 24, 2019 | Published on Nov 1, 2018 | Health Concerns A-Z
The dry, cold winter winds can strip our skin from its protectiveness causing dryness, itching, and flaking. Winter brings the fear of brittle, cracking, bleeding skin. Since prevention is the best cure, now is the time to prepare our skin from the cold winter winds to come. read more
by S.L. McCollum, RN, BSN | Last updated Feb 24, 2019 | Published on Oct 22, 2018 | Health Concerns A-Z
The tendon is a fibrous cord that connects muscle to bone. When this fibrous material becomes inflamed, it is called tendonitis. read more
by S.L. McCollum, RN, BSN | Last updated Dec 5, 2018 | Published on Oct 15, 2018 | Health Concerns A-Z
MRSA stands for Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus. It is known as a 'super-bug'... read more
by S.L. McCollum, RN, BSN | Last updated Dec 5, 2018 | Published on Oct 8, 2018 | Health Concerns A-Z
Hemorrhoids, also called piles, are caused by swollen veins in the anus and rectum. The veins dilate as a response to pressure. Although hemorrhoids can be painless, it is not uncommon for this dilation causes irritation, pain and sometimes bleeding during and following a bowel movement. read more
by S.L. McCollum, RN, BSN | Last updated Dec 5, 2018 | Published on Oct 1, 2018 | Health Concerns A-Z
In a world where image is everything, we all want to put our best face forward. Acne is a skin disorder, often chronic, that causes associated inflammation and irritation of the hair follicles. The follicles are enlarged, filled with bacteria, sebum (an oily substance produced by the skin), and skin cells. read more