Understanding the Common Cold
Colds may be called common, but when you have one, it’s hardly business as usual. While colds aren’t usually dangerous, they can make even the toughest customer totally miserable. This month we’re taking a look
Understanding the Flu
Fall is in the air – and with it comes a wisp of cooler weather, football season, and dessert-flavored lattes at your favorite coffee chain. Chances are you haven’t thought much about the looming flu
“Man Flu” Is Now Backed by Science
It’s not uncommon to hear stories of a family stricken by the common cold, the flu or any kind of “bug”, and while Mom gets it and still continues to care for her sick kids,
How to Differentiate Between a Cold, Flu and Allergies
Mother Nature has been doing her best to give North Texans a case of whiplash this winter by alternating weeks (and days) of cool and warm temperatures over the past few months. More time spent
Five Common Winter Illnesses and How to Fight Them
Folks to our north may laugh and shake their heads when North Texans dust off our heavy coats once temperatures drop below 60 degrees, but despite mild winters, we still experience an uptick in illnesses
Can You Debunk These Popular Winter Health Myths?
Whether it’s an old wives’ tale passed on from generation to generation or a viral rumor taking social media by storm, we’ve all fallen victim to common winter health myths at one point in time.
Important Facts About This Season’s Flu Shot
October is here, which means flu season is just around the corner and here to stay for at least the next six months. That said, unless you’re one of a very small group of people
Do You Know The One Hour Rule for Food Safety?
The sun is shining, and the grill is beckoning. It’s the perfect time to invite friends and family over for some dining al fresco. But with dining outdoors in the summer heat can come the
Childhood Fever: When Not to Sweat It
Fever is one of the most common symptoms managed by pediatricians and other health care providers. It’s also a frequent cause of parental anxiety. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) estimates that as many
Holiday Travel Doesn’t Have to Mean Holiday Sniffles
It never fails. After making your way through airport security, through the sea of fellow holiday travelers to your gate, and then to your seat on the plane that will carry you home to family,