The influenza season is soon upon us, so it behooves you to protect yourself against this infection by receiving an influenza vaccine. Current supplies are adequate, but high-risk people should be the first to receive a vaccination in October. Beginning in November, all remaining individuals should be vaccinated. Click here to read more...
Halloween is an exciting time of year for kids, and to help ensure they have a safe holiday here are some tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Click here to read more...
By Roland Larrabee, M.D.
A stroke, or cerebrovascular accident (CVA), happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is suddenly reduced or stopped. That part of the brain dies and no longer works. Blood cannot get to your brain when a blood vessel is blocked or bursts inside the brain. Click here to read more...
By Roland Larrabee, M.D.
A taste disorder is a condition that causes a change in your normal sense of taste. Changes in your sense of taste, which is closely connected to your sense of smell, may be temporary or permanent. More than 2 million Americans suffer from some permanent smell or taste disorder. Most often, such disorders are not considered serious problems. Click here to read more... |