Preventing and Treating Bug Bites
In the summer, there are numerous outdoor activities to enjoy with your family and friends. It is likely that insects and other creatures will join us as we spend time outside. Bug bites, like all other types of injuries, are … Continued
Adult Vaccines – What you need to know
Adult vaccinations play an important role in preventative health, yet many people believe they are only for children. As flu season approaches, we recommend getting your influenza vaccine. It is a basic vaccination, relatively inexpensive, and quite efficient at avoiding … Continued
Myth Buster: Can you get a sunburn on a cloudy day?
When it’s cloudy outside, it may be tempting to skip the sunscreen. However, this would be a mistake. It is considered that a light cloud cover allows more than 90% of ultraviolet (UV) radiation to pass through. That is why … Continued
Swimming Safety Tips: Preventing Childhood Drowning
For many parents, summers means more days spent splashing around at the beach or in the pool. While we can all agree that splashing around in the water is a great way to keep kids active and cool during the … Continued