Fireworks Safety

Have a Fun (and Safe!) July 4th with These Tips The best way to protect your family is to not use fireworks at home. Attend public fireworks displays. If you do plan to use fireworks, make sure they are legal in your area. Use care with sparklers. Little arms are too...

Treating Your Child’s Asthma

What Parents Need to Know Poorly controlled and undiagnosed asthma in small children can result in trips to the emergency room, hospital stays, missed workdays for parents and suffering that small children are often unable to express.  It’s important that a...

Diabetes Update

Do You Know These Diabetes Symptoms? Symptoms of diabetes include: Increased thirst and urination Increased hunger Fatigue Blurred vision Numbness or tingling in the feet or hands Sores that do not heal Unexplained weight loss Symptoms of type 1 diabetes can start...

Calcium

Your Diet Can Help Protect Your Bones Calcium is found in many foods.  You can get the recommended amount of calcium by eating a variety of foods: Milk, yogurt and cheese are the main food sources of calcium for the majority of people in the U.S. Kale, broccoli and...

Teen Health Update

What Causes Acne? Acne occurs when your pores get clogged with dead skin and oil.  It often starts during puberty because your body is making more oil, and bacteria starts growing in pores.  Acne can show up on your face, but you can get it on your back, chest and...