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  • What’s Causing My Low Sex Drive?

    Even though low sex drive is a common issue in both men and women, it’s distressing for anyone to experience a negative change in their sex drive, especially if they had a high libido in the past. Whether due to embarrassment or some other factor, a lot of people also don't know where to turn for help. Fortunately, patients can take control of their sexual health by opening up to their doctor about this problem. Through discussion and evaluation, they may learn the reason for their decreased libido and can explore their options for how to get back to feeling like themselves. 

  • Self-Care Sunday Happy Monday

    So it’s almost Monday, but who says Mondays have to suck? Make Sunday your self-care day to wind down and gear up for the infamous Monday. 

  • What To Do If You Get Sick on Vacation

    Getting sick while on vacation is more than just an inconvenience — it can be a confusing and vulnerable experience. Whether you are visiting a theme park in Orlando or traveling abroad, finding yourself hundreds of miles away from your primary doctor makes navigating a medical emergency feel daunting.

  • Kids, COVID-19 and Daycare: What You Need to Know to Keep Them Safe

    With schools reopening, many parents will be returning to the workplace and relying on daycares and caregivers to look after their children. Many new public health precautions have been put in place to help limit the spread of COVID-19 in these settings. And there are steps you can take as a parent for your child to resume the benefits of socialization and education offered at daycares, while reducing their risk of infection.

  • Virtual School? Don’t Forget ‘Gym Class’

    With many children attending virtual classes, parents and educators find themselves asking questions about new health risks. They worry about a lack of physical activity, eye strain , various aches and pains from those hours of screen time and the absence of unstructured playtime with friends. To offset these risks, it’s important to add in as much physical activity as possible and to commit to having “gym class.” 

  • Are Weight-Loss Apps Healthy for Kids?

    If you notice your child is gaining weight, you might be tempted to suggest they use one of the many weight-loss apps that track food and exercise. But there are more dangers for kids using these apps than you may realize.

  • The Many Reasons Why You Need an OB-GYN

    It’s quite possible you don’t know all the reasons you need an OB-GYN in your life. Establishing a good relationship with your OB-GYN is important, because they can help you better understand the various health issues and body changes you will encounter. They help guide you through different expectations, goals and issues you may face from early adolescence, into adulthood and finally transitioning into menopause and beyond. 

  • Love Your Heart: Eat Breakfast

    If you’re trying to lose weight and think skipping breakfast is a good start, think again. Breakfast is often considered the most important meal for good reason, and when you skip it, either to reduce calories or because you’re in a rush, you may actually end up gaining more weight. 

  • Daylight Saving Time Is Ending, Reset Your Internal Clocks

    For the past century, the opinion on daylight saving time (DST) has been sharply divided between those who support it and those who oppose it. Funny thing, though: Both sides are still not exactly sure what it does. What started as an energy conservation trick became a national standard in the 1960s. With small exceptions (Arizona, Hawaii and three others), it hasn’t budged much ever since. 

  • Why Am I Waking Up Tired After 8 Hours of Sleep?

    The easiest way to explain sleep apnea is that a person’s breathing repeatedly stops or pauses while they are asleep. When this happens, the throat muscles relax and you may snore, then your body often wakes you up to resume breathing again. It can make you tired, even after a full night’s rest. Multiple sleep interruptions prevent you from sleeping soundly and can leave you feeling extremely tired during the day.