Health & Wellness

Reading Time: 2 minutes How long does a sinus infection last? Reviewed by Theresa H. Care Delivery Manager & Family Nurse Practitioner Time saver 2 min read Lingering symptoms like nasal congestion, facial pressure and thick nasal mucus could mean you have a sinus infection. We take a look at how long sinus infections can last, why they develop…

Reading Time: 2 minutes Holiday season health hacks Reviewed by Theresa H. Care Delivery Manager & Family Nurse Practitioner Time saver 2 min read The holiday season is a time for gathering and sharing with family and friends. But often, it’s not just grandma’s beloved pumpkin pie that’s being shared. The holidays are also prime season for respiratory viruses…

Reading Time: 4 minutes Kids and coughs: What parents need to know Reviewed by Theresa H. Care Delivery Manager & Family Nurse Practitioner Time saver 4 min read As a parent, hearing your little one’s cough, cough, cough can be quite worrisome. That’s why it’s important to know that there are many reasons kids cough and, most of the…

Reading Time: 3 minutes Fighting a daycare illness? You need an ally Reviewed by Theresa H. Care Delivery Manager & Family Nurse Practitioner Time saver 3 min read From colds and coughs to skin infections and conditions you frankly didn’t even know existed – daycare centers are magnets for illness. And as kids crowd the same spaces, touch the…

Reading Time: 3 minutes Where germs lurk Time saver 3 min read It’s that time of year again. As a chill creeps into the air and activities and social gatherings move indoors, germs and viruses lie in wait. Whether at school, home or the office, colds and coughs seem to be everywhere. But fear not, there are ways to…

Reading Time: 3 minutes Viral vs. bacterial pink eye Reviewed by Theresa H. Care delivery manager & family nurse practitioner Time saver 3 min read You can tell a lot about a person by looking into their eyes, including when they’re not feeling 100%. And red, irritated and goopy eyes are definitely a sign that something’s off with your…

Reading Time: 3 minutes 4 immune-boosting tips to weather this cold season Reviewed by Theresa H. Care Delivery Manager & Family Nurse Practitioner Time saver 3 min read With cold and flu season on the horizon, you want to do everything you can to ward off illness and stay healthy. And your immune system plays the leading role in…

Reading Time: 3 minutes How long does impetigo last? Reviewed by Theresa H. Care Delivery Manager & Family Nurse Practitioner Time saver 3 min read Ah, the trials and tribulations of parenthood. If you have a young child, you know how illnesses and ouches like to strike at the most inopportune times. Yep – from coughs and colds to…

Reading Time: 3 minutes Stages of shingles Reviewed by Theresa H. Care Delivery Manager & Family Nurse Practitioner Time saver 3 min read Do you remember having chickenpox as a kid? Yep, that rash that itched super bad and made you look like you had red polka dots all over. Did you know that if you had chickenpox, you’re…

Reading Time: 2 minutes Summer health hazards Reviewed by Theresa H. Care Delivery Manager & Family Nurse Practitioner Time saver 2 min read Summer means vacations, swimming pools and backyard BBQs. But too much sun and heat can quickly derail summer fun and result in common conditions like dehydration, heat rash and sunburn. We share tips to help protect…