The severe throbbing or pulsing sensation of a migraine (usually on one side of the head) can last for hours or days with the pain being so severe that it often interferes with daily activities. Migraines are also often accompanied…
Family Health, General
Summer Sun, Heat, and Bug Safety
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Summer is a time for fun and adventures. It is also a time filled with possibly dangerous situations. Have fun while avoiding accidents and injuries by following a few sun, heat, and bug safety tips from Russell Medical. Sun Safety…
Family Health
Youth Sports Safety
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Playing sports helps children and young adult athletes stay healthy, have fun, and build their self-confidence. Unfortunately, over 1.2 million American children receive emergency room care for sports related injuries every year and 90% of student athletes claim they’ve been…
General
February is American Hearth Month
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Cardiovascular diseases, such as heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure, are the leading global causes of death for both men and women, with more than 17.3 million deaths each year. While this rate has fallen dramatically since the 1960s,…
Family Health
The Importance of Annual Wellness Appointments
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Frequency If you are generally healthy and between the ages of 19-21 you should have a wellness exam every 2-3 years. If you are between the ages of 22-64 you should have a wellness exam every 1-3 years, and if…
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Stay Focused on Your Health This Holiday Season
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The holiday season often means less time to work out and more tasty temptations (buffets, dinner parties, treats) at every turn. It can be challenging to stay fit and healthy, but that doesn’t mean the holidays have to derail your…