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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.

Is It Too Late for a Flu Shot? Definitely Not!

No one wants to get the influenza virus (flu). We continue to vaccinate throughout the flu season as it remains the single best way to protect our children and families. 

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. 

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. 

Avoiding Peanuts Might Put Your Child at Risk for Allergies Later

One of Israel’s most popular kid foods is a peanut-based snack called Bamba. It’s so popular that “Bamba” is said to be one of the first words Israeli toddlers learn.

Can a Fitness Tracker Make Me Heart Smart?

Atrial fibrillation (or AFib) is an exceptionally common rhythm disorder. It is a quivering or irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) that can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications.

Know Your Calcium Score to Prevent a Heart Attack

The shortest way to explain a calcium score is this: By knowing what yours is, you can determine your risk for heart events over the next several years.

How To Improve Blood Circulation: 6 Tips from a Vascular Surgeon

Can Fibroids Affect Your Baby? Understanding Risks

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.