Cedar Fever: What is It and How To Treat It?   Cedar fever is a seasonal allergy that is particularly common in the Central Texas region. It is caused by the pollen from the mountain cedar tree, which is abundant in the area. This type of allergy can cause a range of symptoms that can be uncomfortable and disruptive to daily life. The cedar tree produces an abundant amount of pollen during the winter months, which is then dispersed into the air by the wind. The pollen can travel long distances and can be inhaled into the nose and lungs, causing a range of symptoms including: Sneezing Run ..read more

  Dehydration happens when your body doesn’t have as much water as it needs. Without the proper amount of water, your body will not function properly. You can have mild, moderate, or severe dehydration depending on how much fluid is missing from your body. Causes It’s normal to lose water from your body every day from sweating, breathing, going to the bathroom, and saliva. Usually you replace the lost liquid by drinking fluids and eating foods that contain water. If you lose too much water or don’t drink and eat enough, you may get dehydrated. You can lose excess water from: A feve ..read more

  Don’t use summer as an excuse to take a break from your fitness routine. On the contrary, summer is a great season to continue or even augment your workouts.  The days are longer and it’s typically the best time to enjoy delicious fresh fruits and vegetables to nourish your body. While not everyone is a fitness guru or an athlete, making an effort to maintain a healthy lifestyle is pivotal to improving your overall health. This also make summer workout safety a very timely topic. In order to stay safe, keep these tips in mind during your next summer workout: BE SMARTER THAN THE HE ..read more

  School is out so summer is essentially here, and while that invokes a carefree lifestyle in most, we shouldn’t forget to mind our health this season. By being aware of the potential hazards to your health, you can take simple steps to ensure that you’re protecting yourself, your skin, and your overall health in the hottest months of the year. HERE ARE SOME QUICK (BUT IMPORTANT!) TIPS TO KEEP IN MIND: 1. Use sunscreen—but not just any sunscreen. Wearing sunscreen, especially when the sun is at its peak, is an important first step. But choosing the right sunscreen makes a big difference ..read more

  Any time your child becomes sick or injured, it can be scary. You may not know what to do. Should you take him or her to the doctor? Do they need to go to an urgent care, ER, or their pediatrician? If you have any question about your child’s health, you should call his or her doctor or call us to ask a question. Remember to call 911 for any life threatening conditions. Here are a few common pediatric conditions to be aware of:   Fever   Children 4 weeks of age or younger who have a fever of 100.4 degrees or higher, parents should immediately take the child to an emergenc ..read more

Allergy season is typically a miserable time of year for allergy sufferers, but these days, things are a bit more complicated. That’s because of COVID-19, the respiratory virus that has many of the same symptoms as allergies. Now, every tickle in the throat or stuffy nose is a cause for concern: Is it just allergies or is it COVID-19? Thankfully, there are a few ways to differentiate allergies from COVID-19: The Symptoms Nasal congestion, headache, runny nose, cough, wheezing, and sore throat are all symptoms that allergies share with COVID-19. However, there are a handful of other prominent ..read more

Everyone gets scrapes and/or cuts at some point in their life. Most of the time, these wounds are minor and heal without any treatment at all. However, some cuts and injuries require professional help to heal properly. Whether a cut needs professional treatment depends on factors such as where the cut is and how deep it is. Some minor wounds bleed more than others, which can make it difficult to know when to get stitches or just treat the cut at home. First of all, if it’s an emergency, call 911.  Some signs are when the injury: Bleeds excessively Spurts blood Does not stop bleedin ..read more

Unfortunately, many painful medical conditions can also be the most difficult to diagnose. When you become accustomed to a certain level of pain, seeking treatment may seem inconvenient. If you’re unsure whether you’re experiencing temporary pain, or the symptoms of a medical condition, the best option is always to seek out professional advice. Here are some of the most painful medical conditions and their symptoms. Postherpetic Neuralgia This condition occurs in about 10% of individuals with shingles. The disease, most commonly found in older adults, may cause residual pain after the rash di ..read more

    Antibiotic use is the leading cause of antibiotic resistance. Between one-third to one-half of antibiotic use in humans is either unnecessary or inappropriate. Approximately, 47 million unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions are written in doctor’s offices, emergency rooms, and hospital-based clinics throughout the United States; making appropriate antibiotic prescribing a national priority. To combat antibiotic resistance and minimize adverse drug reactions, we must use antibiotics appropriately. This means using antibiotics only when needed and using them correctly. Antibiotics ..read more

Sleep is a biological necessity for life and health. Research shows that the hours we spend sleeping are not simply passive but incredibly important. During sleep, your body is busy fighting pathogens, removing toxins from the body, scavaging cancer cells, repairing damaged tissues, and forming vital memories that are essential for learning. In part, this is why getting adequate sleep can improve mental health, the ability to make good decisions, and the overall function of your body. Most adults need 7 or more hours of good quality (uninterrupted) sleep each day. Some may need even more. The ..read more