The most effective tool in our arsenal against influenza is vaccination. That’s why we need to put any and all flu shot myths to bed. Flu Shot Myths Busted After vaccination, you can expect immunity against the flu develops within 2 weeks. Individuals older than 6 months of age are eligible for vaccination unless they have an...
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Everything You Need to Know About Lice
If you just mention lice to someone, their scalp will start to itch. You need lice treatment — STAT! The stigma around lice is literally palpable. The truth is there is no shame in it. Millions of cases are identified every year. Don’t Lose Your Head Lice has nothing to do with hygiene (the little buggers...
When Do You Need Antibiotics for Dental Procedures?
You might need antibiotics for some dental procedures. Why? Because bacteria fills your mouth! Staphylococcus, streptococcus, lactobacillus, even Escherichia coli. These bacteria can wreak havoc if they travel outside of the oral cavity to other areas of the body, especially the heart. Why Do You Need Dental Prophylaxis? Infective endocarditis is a serious medical condition that occurs...
Listen to The Real Doctors, Not the Profiteers
Being a doctor is not a job. It is more than a profession. It is a calling. What It Means to Be a Doctor Someone does not go into medicine for the money. If that’s the goal, there are easier ways to do it without seven or more years of vigorous training and hundreds of...
What You Need to Know About Collective Grief
There are moments in life that change you. They can be intensely personal — falling in love, having a child, losing a loved one, and even recovering from an illness. Other moments are more universal, affecting not only you but everyone around you. Those are the ones that change the world. Collective Soul Anyone who...
Is Vitamin D All It’s Hyped Up To Be?
We all know Vitamin D is important for bone health. It may play a role in a number of other medical conditions too. Low vitamin D levels have been associated with conditions like COPD, hypertension, migraine headaches, and Parkinson’s disease. Despite this, there has been a lot of controversy regarding the effectiveness of vitamin D...
The Truth About Antibiotics
Every day a patient asks his primary care provider for antibiotics. It is quite understandable. No one likes to get sick. Not only does it feel terrible, but everyone has places to go and people to see. It is no wonder people look for a quick fix. Unfortunately, antibiotics are not always the answer. We Live in...