Summertime is the perfect season for being outdoors, enjoying the beach, playing sports, lounging by the pool, and vacationing with family. For some, summertime means working to achieve the perfect tan. Whatever your outdoor pursuits are, learn the facts about sun safety and how best to protect yourself this summer. Sunlight contains two types of ultraviolet rays that affect your …
Read Full ArticleGoing on vacation is always exciting and brings many opportunities for water-related activities. Enjoying oceans or large lakes is a go-to activity during summer, but there are risks involved while enjoying these natural bodies of water. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), drowning is the fifth leading cause of death for people of all ages. Rip currents are …
Read Full ArticleBed bugs have been making news in recent years due to their resurgence particularly in the U.S. and Europe. The idea of these pests lurking around in hotel rooms or ship cabins during a well-deserved vacation can give us the “heebie-jeebies.” Besides being psychologically unsettling, bed bugs can find their way into luggage thus increasing the risk of infestations in …
Read Full ArticleThe bacteria Campylobacter jejuni (C. jejuni) is one of the most common causes of diarrheal illness in the United States. Campylobacteriosis usually occurs in single, sporadic cases, but can also occur in outbreaks, when two or more people become ill from the same source of bacteria. Isolated cases of C. jejuni infections are typically associated with eating raw or undercooked …
Read Full ArticleEvery year more and more Americans are travelling internationally – for vacation, business, volunteerism, or to visit friends and family. Whatever your reason for travelling, the information on this page will help you to be Proactive, Prepared, and Protected when it comes to your health while you are travelling. BE PROACTIVE! Take steps to anticipate any issues that could arise …
Read Full ArticleFood allergies and food intolerances affect millions of people of all ages. It is important to know the difference between the two to help prevent and treat potentially serious and life-threatening reactions. Food allergies affect millions of people daily in the United States. Normally, the body’s immune system identifies and destroys bacteria and viruses that often make you sick. When …
Read Full ArticleWhen we think about children, we visualize happy, spontaneous beings full of boundless energy, laughter, silliness and curiosity. For many of us, it is difficult to imagine young children with depression. So how young is too young to be diagnosed with depression? Unfortunately, there is no concrete answer. According to the New York Times Magazine article, “Can Preschoolers be Depressed?” …
Read Full ArticleAs your teen matures into adulthood, their emotions associated with social and academic pressures, puberty, and decision making can often be overwhelming for them. Occasional emotional outbursts, aloofness, and frustration are expected behaviors from teens. Engaging your teen using direct communication and active listening, can help your son or daughter gain perspective, resolve feelings, and take appropriate actions. But what …
Read Full ArticleURGENT CARE OF CT EXECUTIVES SPEAK AT NATIONAL CONFERENCE Three nationally-recognized executives from Urgent Care of Connecticut were invited to speak at the Urgent Care Association of America’s (UCAOA) 2013 Spring Annual Convention held April 8-11 in Orlando, FL. The UCAOA’s spring conference is an annual meeting consisting of approximately 600-800 attendees covering a myriad of clinical and business-focused topics …
Read Full ArticleGood sleep is crucial for waking up feeling refreshed and full of energy. Achieving restorative, healthy sleep means practicing good sleep habits. Getting regular, good quality, deep sleep reduces your risk for many health conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and depression. The amount of sleep a person needs each night varies. Most adults need between 7 and 9 …
Read Full Article4 Ways To Stay Cool This Summer See you later, winter jackets – summer is finally here! Many of us have been anxiously waiting to read a good book by the pool or dip our toes Read More
As COVID-19 restrictions continue to ease and more Americans are getting vaccinated, you might be feeling a huge sense of relief that life is getting back to business as usual. How Read More
While most of us know some of the common symptoms of COVID-19—such as fever, shortness of breath, and a dry cough—it’s quite common to experience gastrointestinal distress, s Read More
