by Tom Carmona | Apr 7, 2022 | Health Resources
Depression affects around 7% of American adults each year and some studies show that number is increasing. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) says about 21 million U.S. adults (8.4% of the population) had at least one major depressive episode in 2020....
by Tom Carmona | Apr 5, 2022 | Health Resources
Sore throat is a common complaint, especially during cold and flu season. Most sore throats are caused by viruses and go away on their own after a few days. Strep throat, however, is a bacterial infection and can become serious if left untreated. What is strep throat?...
by Tom Carmona | Apr 4, 2022 | Health Resources
Psychiatric symptoms are a call for transformation. If your mental health is suffering, it’s a demand for change. Your answers might come in small, simple steps, like needing vitamins, or maybe your body is crying out for nourishment. These changes can help even if...
by Tom Carmona | Feb 5, 2022 | Health Resources
What is influenza? Influenza, or ‘the flu’, is a viral respiratory illness that infects your nose, throat, and sometimes lungs. It is a common misconception that the flu causes vomiting and diarrhea. While these symptoms are sometimes present, especially with...
by Tom Carmona | Jan 12, 2022 | Health Resources
What is an ear infection? Infections of the inner ear (otitis media) and outer ear (otitis externa) are two of the most common reasons for clinic visits in both children and adults. Inner ear infections occur when fluid builds up in the area behind the eardrum and...
by Tom Carmona | Dec 3, 2021 | Health Resources
When should I go to the emergency room for a sprained ankle? Around one million ankle injuries occur each year in the U.S. — about 85% of them are sprains. While sprains can occur in various parts of the body, the ankle is the most common site for sprains. Ankle...
