Am I Dealing With a Poison Ivy Rash?

Am I Dealing With a Poison Ivy Rash?

Am I Dealing With a Poison Ivy Rash? For anyone who spends time outdoors from hiking the trails to climbing mountains, the risk of encountering poison ivy is ever-present. This troublesome plant can cause an intensely itchy, oozing rash that can be both uncomfortable...
Protein and Weight Loss

Protein and Weight Loss

Protein and Weight Loss With the arrival of cookout season, many of us indulge in an array of delicious grilled meats. However, there’s a growing trend toward incorporating more plant-based proteins into our diets to diversify our nutritional intake, boost...
Am I Sick, or Just Allergic?

Am I Sick, or Just Allergic?

Am I Sick, or Just Allergic? The dull dreary days of winter are in the rear-view mirror. People are emerging from their winter cocoons with close quarters and communal germs. It’s spring and you want to get on with some warm weather fun…….local activity…. but you feel...
How Do I Know If I Need an X-ray?

How Do I Know If I Need an X-ray?

How Do I Know If I Need an X-ray? Spring is in the air, and with it comes the excitement of outdoor sports. Whether you’re playing a friendly game of soccer, taking a bike ride, or enjoying a round of golf, the risk of injury is always present. Imagine you’re in...
Protecting Your Child from Ticks 

Protecting Your Child from Ticks 

Protecting Your Child from Ticks It’s that time of year again, time to get back outdoors and visit one of your favorite Gaston County parks. You aren’t sure which mood will strike once you’ve finished your picnic lunch, so your solution is to pack it all—your fishing...
How Do You Catch Measles?

How Do You Catch Measles?

How Do You Catch Measles? Measles is spread through direct contact with an infected person or through airborne droplets. Here are common methods of transmission: Sharing utensils or beverages Intimate interactions like kissing Physical greetings, including handshakes...
How Common Is Bronchitis?

How Common Is Bronchitis?

How Common is Bronchitis? Did you know that more than 3 million people get sick with bronchitis each year in the United States? For most, the inconvenience lasts just a week or two and the rest required while recovering makes it the perfect time to binge your favorite...