It takes just one cold or flu germ inside your home before the entire family could begin coughing, sneezing, and feeling miserable. There are simple ways to stop the spread of common germs at home. Try these tips and keep your family healthy. 1. Take off your shoes at the door. The soles of your … Continued
It seems impossible now, but before my son was born, my knowledge of Down syndrome was limited to a few volunteer experiences in high school and the 1980s drama “Life Goes On.” Fast forward eight years, and it seems half of my friends are connected in some way to Down syndrome. Everywhere I go, I … Continued
By, Susan Heckler Half of the American population regularly takes four or more prescription med- ications. Now is a good time to look at your medications, see if you still need them and discard the unnecessary. In many cases, a more effective alternative may have been released or a less expensive choice. A whopping 52% … Continued
Noteworthy Pulmonologist Specializing in Critical Care and Hypertension Medicine, George Julius Poiani Jr, MD Recognized as a 2018 Top Doctor in Bridgewater, NJ George Julius Poiani Jr, MD, Pulmonologist with the Somerset Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Center, and affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, has been named a 2018 Top Doctor in Bridgewater, New … Continued
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and acid reflux have been used interchangeably. GERD affects about 10 to 20% of adult population. It is a condition where stomach contents enter the esophagus due to a weak lower esophageal sphincter. Common symptoms include heartburn and a sense of acid or sour taste in the back of the mouth. Nausea and … Continued
By Dhimant Balar, DO For many middle school and high school students, summer is the time to relax: no alarms, lazy days by the pool or at the beach, later bedtimes. But these months of relax- ation can result in injury when student-athletes return to the field in September if they aren’t careful. When the … Continued
By Sangeeta Garg, MD Most women are natural caregivers—quick to nurture children, make medical appointments for their spouses, and pitch in when a friend needs help. The last person many women care for are themselves. How- ever, this self-neglect can be harmful to your heart. Here are 8 ways you may be harming your heart. … Continued
By, Lauren Kolacki Menopause is a natural biological process in a woman’s life when the function of the ovaries is terminated. It is defined by the absence of menstrual periods for 12 months. The average age of menopause in America is 51, but can happen anywhere from your 30’s-60’s. This is a long, sometimes demanding, … Continued
Leaky Gut, aka Intestinal Permeability is a vastly misunderstood concept. The gut refers to the intestines (small and large)- a tube where digested food particles from the stomach get pushed along for further degradation and nutrient absorption. The wall of this intestinal tube provides a barrier between the products of food digestion on the inside … Continued
If you have never had chiropractic care, I wonder if it may be because of some common myths you have heard. Here is some information to help dispel some of those myths: 1. Getting an adjustment hurts – you may have heard people call chiropractors “bonecrushers,” I can assure you we do not “crush bones.” … Continued