Your Guide to Concussion Management

Concussions and mild traumatic brain injuries are typically caused by impact to the head, or by the severe, sudden shaking of the body. They are very common among child athletes and active children. Unfortunately, when concussions occur, they create biochemical processes in the brain tissue making the brain vulnerable to long-term injury, unless proper treatment…

Keeping Hearts Healthy

The American Heart Association has named February: Heart Health Month. This makes February a great time to commit to a healthier lifestyle for you and your children. According to the Heart Foundation, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States, however, it is preventable. It’s endlessly important…

Sweet Without All the Sugar

When we think about sweet treats, we think of candy and chocolate. Many schools have taken strides to avoid candy, however, outside of school, the candy-free trend can continue! With the below recipes, show your kids how healthy snacks can still be sweet.   Frozen Greek Yogurt Drops Sometimes something cold and sweet is necessary! Try…

Heart-Healthy Activities

One in every four deaths is a result of heart disease. That’s roughly 600,000 people each year. It is important to be more conscious about how everyday decisions affect your body’s life source. Spend some quality time with your family and try these heart-healthy activities. A gym date. Instead of a dinner date full of hidden…

Primary Care vs Urgent Care

In recent years, the popularity of Urgent Care centers has grown rapidly. However, this increase in popularity raises important questions about their effectiveness and quality of care. Let’s compare the key differences between Urgent Care facilities and Primary Care medical practices. CONVENIENCE Urgent Care: Convenience is often the biggest selling point of an Urgent Care…

Healthy Winter Recipes

Winter has sunk its claws in us, and it’s here to stay for the next few months. When the cold weather comes, it’s important to take advantage of some of the in-season veggies. As you know, variety is the spice of life, so add a little variety in your family routine with these three winter…

Keeping Your Resolutions

Resolution time is here! One of the most common New Year’s Resolutions is to lose weight and stay healthy. However, it is also one of the hardest to keep. Making changes in your day-to-day life can be difficult, whether you resolve to do so on January 1st or any other day of the year.  If…