How to Pick the Right Sunscreen
Our last blog focused on the importance of staying safe during these summer days – or any days – when you’re out in the sun. Using sunscreen anytime you’re outside probably doesn’t even require a second thought, but this blog will discuss a few of the finer points of sunscreen use to help you choose the one(s) that’s right for you. Protection from the sun is important; skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the US, with more than one million new cases reported each year.
It’s not Worth the Risk: Use Sunscreen
The lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer are here and that means lots of time outdoors and lots of sun! This is NOT the time to get careless about sunscreen use. Sunburns don’t have to be a part of your summer if you take a few extra minutes to use sunscreen every time you’re going outside.
Does Your Child Need a School Physical?
Before you know it, your kids will be heading back to school! If your child is a student-athlete, they need a physical every year, even before they begin practicing. Make this process as convenient as possible by stopping by Integrity Urgent Care – no appointment is necessary! Normally $35, if you mention this article, you will receive a special discount on sports physicals through October 31st! Check with your local Integrity for more information and pricing!
Under Attack: Return of the Mosquitoes
If you spend much time outdoors in the summer, you’ll probably agree that two of the most common sounds you hear are a little buzz in your ear followed by a SLAP! – usually on an arm or leg. Yes, summer also means mosquitoes and, depending on the year and where you live, they can be bad or worse than usual, but are hardly ever non-existent.
It’s Time to Get [a] Physical
Regular health exams and screening tests can help identify problems before they start or in early stages, when chances for treatment and/or cure are better. This type of medical appointment goes by several names, including annual checkup, annual physical examination, routine physical examination, or just physical. The type of exam, as well as the need for various screening tests, depends on age, health and family history, and certain lifestyle choices (such as level of physical activity and whether you smoke).
Shout Out for Mental Health
Since 1949, Mental Health America and partnering organizations have led the initiative to observe Mental Health Month in May each year. This year marks the 70th year of this observance.
Shout Out for Mental Health Month
Since 1949, Mental Health America and partnering organizations have led the initiative to observe Mental Health Month in May each year. This year marks the 70th year of this observance.
First Aid Handbook: Sinus Infections
Have you ever had a cold that just wouldn’t go away and seemed to last for weeks? Or have you ever woken up with a throbbing headache in your forehead or under your eyes? If so, you may have been experiencing “sinusitis” or a sinus infection. The -itis ending on a word, particularly in a medical context, refers to an inflammation or infection of that area or body part.
How Much Sleep Do YOU Need?
There used to be a vignette on Sesame Street called “Everybody Sleeps.” It featured many different types of animals and people of different ages – all sleeping. It’s true – everyone does sleep – but how much sleep do you really need? Does the need decrease with age?
Women's Health Through Every Age and Stage
“The foundation of good health is the same no matter your age!” Our last blog focused on simple ways everyone can improve their health, but now we focus on the health of women. For many women, taking care of themselves becomes an afterthought. They spend time and energy taking care of everyone and everything at every phase of life – children, spouses, parents, coworkers, even pets – everyone but themselves. Women need to be reminded of the need to also care for themselves.
