How to Tell if Your Baby Is Dehydrated Dehydration is a common condition in babies, especially during hot weather or when they are sick.  This condition occurs when the body loses more fluids than it takes in, leading to a lack of hydration.  Babies are particularly vulnerable to dehydration because they have a smaller body … Continued

Do I Need Stitches? Here’s What You Should Know So you just experienced an accidental cut. What now? Deciding whether a bandage will stop the bleeding and protect the wound while waffling over the question, “Do I need stitches?” can feel like added stress after sustaining an injury, but we’re here to walk you through … Continued

Can Allergies Cause Ear Infections? Here’s What You Should Know As we approach springtime, allergies are top-of-mind for many of us who enjoy spring flowers but not the pesky pollen that comes with them, especially when it leads to symptoms that don’t seem to let up. If allergies weren’t enough to bear, wondering whether allergies … Continued

Nearly 8% of the U.S. population comes down with the flu each year, especially during the colder months, although it can be contracted throughout the entire year. According to the CDC, even with the widespread availability and recommendation to get a flu vaccine, an estimated 9 million to 41 million people are diagnosed yearly. The … Continued

Everyone gets bruises at some point in their lives. Most times, they’re nothing to worry about outside of the minor pain or unsightly marking it leaves behind.  Bruises typically have no underlying conditions associated with them and do not cause serious bodily harm. They last between 1 and 2 weeks and fade as they heal.  … Continued

Now that we’ve reached short days and colder nights, cold and flu season is upon us.  The common cold is the most common upper respiratory illness. It infects millions each year due to its contagious nature. On average, adults experience 2-3 colds per year, with children experiencing almost double that.  Often synonymous with the fall … Continued

Over 6 million fractures occur each year in the United States. Of that, nearly 40% of them occur at home. While fractures can come in all shapes, sizes, and locations, the most common fractured limb is the arm. Proper treatment is the only way to ensure long-term and effective healing from stress fractures to compound … Continued

Swimming in the ocean is a vital part of any beach vacation.  Whether you spend your time dipping your toes in at the shore or enjoy riding the waves on your surfboard, the ocean is a refreshing place to spend your summer and vacation days. But is it safe to swim in the ocean with … Continued

Whether it’s a slip on a freshly cleaned floor, a work slip up, or a hard fall on the basketball court, hand injuries are common accidents that occur daily. In fact, thousands of people visit their local urgent care center or emergency room each year with hand-related problems, most thinking they’ve broken their hand. Regardless … Continued

Strep throat is one of the most common throat-related diagnoses among children between 5 and 10 years old. In fact, up to 20% of school-aged children may carry the virus without knowing it or showing symptoms. Even with no symptoms, the virus can spread from one person to another through tiny respiratory droplets present in … Continued