BHealthy Blog
November Is National Diabetes Month, And It Is A Time to Celebrate!
Many patients with diabetes become discouraged around the holidays. With all the pies, cookies, cakes and other no-no’s, managing blood sugar can be a real challenge. But there is so much to be thankful for.
Help, My Nose is Running and I Don’t Know What to Do!
Since each share common symptoms and many over-the-counter medications are marketed for both cold and flu, it’s easy to become confused. It is important to distinguish between these conditions to help determine whether antibiotics may be needed. Often just over-the-counter medications can be used to treat symptoms, and in order to prevent highly resistant strains of bacteria, you want to avoid taking antibiotics when not absolutely necessary.
Women And Heart Disease Facts
Heart disease is currently the number-one cause of death among women in the U.S., killing more than all cancers combined. Many women fail to realize that something is seriously wrong until it’s too late. Awareness has increased over the past decade, however only 54% of women recognize that heart disease is their number one killer. Almost two-thirds (64%) of women who die suddenly of coronary heart disease have no previous symptoms – this correlates to 1 in 4 women.
Knee Pain Slowing You Down?
With New Year’s resolutions in full swing many of us are hitting the gyms. Baptist Health’s Dr. David Gerson says he sees a lot of patients this time of year with knee pain-most often with no specific injury. Dr. Gerson shares a few tips to help ease the discomfort and keep you on your goals for a healthier 2016.