Handwashing Until It Hurts! By Chad Schmidgal, M.D.
Introduction As healthcare providers, many of us have experienced dry, itchy, and cracking skin due to frequent handwashing and sanitizing. Hand eczema or irritant contact
How Much Water Do I Need?
Author: Sarah Chan, PA-C Our bodies need water to do all the things needed to keep us alive and healthy. The typical adult is made
Poison Prevention for Kids
Author: Dr. Kraft, Pediatrician Each year, approximately 3 million people— many under age 5— swallow or have contact with a poisonous substance. The American Academy
Could It Be Vertigo? by Alison Sims, MD
It is quite disconcerting to wake up one day and suddenly feel like your balance is off without warning. It may feel like you’re on
Q. and A. with Dr. Kiskila- This Month’s Topic: Physical Therapy
Question– Dr. Kiskila, what is physical therapy? Answer- Physical therapy is rehabilitation to help restore your health and strength, alleviate pain and learn about your
Is it My Heart?
Author: Dr. Wade, Cardiologist Heart problems can present with a large variety of symptoms, and it’s important that we are aware of the wide range
Q. and A. with Dr. Kiskila – This Month’s Topic: Getting in Shape
Question- Dr. Kiskila, I would like to lose weight and get in shape this new year, but I do not know where to start. Do
Penicillin by Kay Hooshamand, D.O.
Penicillin is one of the original antibiotics used to treat and prevent a variety of bacterial infections in the body such as dental, ear and
Inflammation & Chronic Illness
Author: Samuel Gerson, MD Inflammation is the common denominator when it comes to chronic conditions such as: diabetes, obesity, arthritis, heart disease, hypertension, autoimmune disease,