05|09|2020
Surfaces as Vectors for Coronavirus
How is the virus transmitted? While the Coronavirus can be deadly once it has infected a person, it is not particularly hearty when in the environment. Furthermore, simply being...
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03|24|2020
Flu B Has Made an Early Appearance. Everything You Need to Know About Protecting Yourself
While every flu season is different, this year has been exceedingly unusual as flu B, that doesn’t normal rear its head until the conclusion of the flu season, has...
03|24|2020
6 Facts About the Coronavirus You Must Know
Anyone who has paid attention to the news recently has likely seen plenty of headlines about the coronavirus. For those who might not know, this strain of coronavirus (COVID...
02|25|2020
Know Where to Go: Hospital vs. ER vs. Urgent Care
Most serious illnesses or injuries benefit from earlier evaluation and treatment. Therefore, to improve outcomes and patient convenience, there has been an increase in the number of emergency rooms...
02|18|2020
I’m Sick…Why Didn’t the Doctor Prescribe Antibiotics?
Shift to Prescribing Fewer Antibiotics Getting doctors to prescribe fewer antibiotics is a major challenge. Patients often believe they need these medicines and research shows that, when this is...
11|08|2019
What every College Student needs to know about STDs
Heading to college leads to new and exciting experiences. You will meet a variety of new people, learn countless new things, make more of your own choices and live...
10|16|2019
Four Signs and Symptoms of Vaping-related Respiratory Illness
Those who have been watching the news recently have likely heard about the mysterious vaping illness that is sweeping the country. Already, hundreds of people have been hospitalized, including...
10|02|2019
6 Things You Need to Know About this Flu Season Fall 2019
Flu season is upon us. This is a true health concern for our community. Just two years ago, over 80,000 Americans died of complications of the flu, including about...
07|24|2019
Preventing Asthma Exacerbations
Asthma is a common ailment, affecting about 8% of the US population, and its prevalence is rising. It is unpleasant, can limit activity levels, can lead to missed days...
05|10|2019
Health Care – A Guide for College Students
As a student, it is likely you are living away from home and away from your doctor or usual access to medical care. So, if you need medical care...