Today, it’s not usual to see people sporting an earbud or two when out and about. Headphones are an integral part of everyday life for many of us. Whether you’re at the gym, joining an online work meeting or listening to a podcast during household chores, chances are you’re using headphones multiple times a day.
Baby, it's cold out there. Let’s talk about cold-related injuries—including frostbite, hypothermia and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning—and how to be prepared for those bitter cold days ahead. Certain conditions put some people at greater risk for cold-related Injuries, so, to start, be mindful of the following:
If you need a body image boost, go outdoors. Whether you’re in green space, a blue space near a river or the ocean or even a snowy environment, it can make a difference.
“A body of evidence now exists showing that nature exposure — living close to, frequenting or engaging with environments such as forests and parks — is associated with a range of physical and psychological well-being benefits,” said study author Dr. Kamila Czepczor-Bernat, an assistant professor at the Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland.
Hospitals are reporting a surprising rise in the number of young children getting RSV this fall, according to the CDC and local and national news outlets. RSV is respiratory syncytial virus, a common seasonal illness. But this year, it’s spiking earlier and putting healthcare providers and parents on alert. So what is RSV, and what are ways to protect your child?
MONDAY, Nov. 14, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- As most American parents already know, cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a common illness of childhood, are surging this year. Hospitals are filling up with babies and toddlers very ill with the easy-to-catch illness, which is coming back with a vengeance after lying low during the pandemic.
If you are dealing with a specific health issue or looking to manage a chronic health condition, you may need to see a specialist. Typically, patients are referred to a specialist by their primary care provider but that may not be the best choice for the patient, especially if it means traveling far from home or waiting weeks (or even months) for an appointment.
