Diarrhea is very common in children, especially those under the age of five. Viruses, including rotavirus and norovirus, account for the majority of cases.
Approximately one in six adult children will care for their parents at some point in their lives. This role reversal between children and parents can be challenging for the entire family. Alexandra Ensign, PA-C, provides the following tips to help make the transition easier.
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition in which the body’s response to infection begins to damage its own tissues and organs. Knowing when to act could save your life or the life of someone you love.
It has often been said that there is no health without mental health. Our behavioral health specialists work side by side with our medical teams in primary care and specialty clinics like oncology and transplant services.
Question: I’m reading a bit about grounding, like walking barefoot outside, sleeping on special sheets or using grounding mats. Is there any truth to that? Answered by Darby Luckey, DO, family medicine physician.
Question: I have had pain in the heel of my foot for about a year. Should I start with a general practitioner or seek out a specialist? Answered by Alexander Sawatzke, MD, orthopaedic surgeon.
Recent updates to the child and adolescent immunization schedule from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have sparked questions from families.
Amblyopia, commonly known as lazy eye, is one of the most common causes of vision problems in children. Naturally, many parents ask: Can amblyopia be fixed?
While many bites are minor, some can lead to serious infection. Knowing what to do right away and when to seek medical care can help prevent complications.
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