A Mom's Priority: Pediatric Healthcare

What Causes Bronchitis and When Should You Visit an Urgent Care for It?

If you have a persistent cough that's taking a long time to go away, you may be suffering from bronchitis. Bronchitis occurs when a virus or bacteria infects the bronchi and bronchioles in your lungs. These are the tubes that carry the air you breathe deeper into your lungs. While bronchitis isn't life-threatening, it can sometimes progress to pneumonia if the infection spreads. In addition, pneumonia symptoms can sometimes be mistaken for bronchitis.   Read More...

How EO Sterilization Helps With COVID-19 Protection

COVID-19 remains a persistent concern and is something hospitals can fight in many ways. For example, they can get EO sterilization to ensure that their many operating and treatment tools are free of surface COVID-19 viruses. Understanding this process may make it easier for hospitals to choose an EO service that makes the most sense for their facility's needs. How EO Sterilization Fights Against COVID-19 One reason that COVID-19 seems to spread so quickly is its long lifespan on various surface materials.   Read More...

FAQs About Knee Stem Cell Therapy

Knee pain may occur due to injury or muscle damage due to aging. Additionally, conditions such as osteoarthritis may cause severe knee pain. The common treatments you may turn to include pain medication and physical therapy. However, these treatments may not eliminate knee pain permanently. Therefore, consider knee pain stem cell therapy. But, you need to know as much as possible regarding the procedure to make an informed decision. Fortunately, these helpful FAQs will provide insights on knee pain stem cell treatment.   Read More...

Rheumatoid Arthritis And Osteoarthritis: Similarities And Differences

Arthritic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis share both similarities and differences. If you have rheumatoid arthritis, then your care may be managed by a rheumatologist. Conversely, if you have osteoarthritis, your primary care physician or orthopedic doctor may be the appropriate healthcare provider to manage your condition. Here are some similarities and differences between rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.  Similarities Both rheumatoid and osteoarthritis cause joint pain and inflammation. They can also cause morning stiffness, limited range of motion, and decreased flexibility.   Read More...

What To Expect From A Substance Abuse Program

Admitting that you need substance abuse therapy is a big step. Once you realize that you need help you are halfway to getting back to a normal life. However, if this is your first time in rehab you may be feeling apprehensive and nervous. You are probably not sure what to expect. Here's an overview of what will happen when you are admitted to a substance abuse rehab program. The Check-In Process   Read More...