An essential component of your body’s lymphatic system, lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped vessels that contain infection-fighting white blood cells. Your lymphatic system collects excess fluid (lymph) from blood vessels throughout your body. As the lymph circulates,...
You woke up with a sore throat and runny nose and reached for an over-the-counter medication rather than a cup of coffee. Now you’re back in bed and wondering if you have a common cold, flu, or COVID-19. Two key symptoms that can rule out a common cold are fever and...
The first day of school is right around the corner, and kids from different homes will once again congregate indoors in classrooms. This can be concerning for patents because of how quickly germs can spread between children. Common colds are very infectious because...
The sun is an invaluable resource for many physical, emotional, and mental health needs. Sun exposure is scientifically proven to improve mood by encouraging serotonin release in the brain and subsequently helping depression symptoms. The sun also helps our skin...
Every day what we choose to eat is very important, mainly because it fuels our bodies. However, what if we told you it was even more important to consider how that fuel is prepared? There are four general food safety rules that are important to follow, especially as...
Summer is around the corner, and for many of us it can’t come soon enough. It’s a time for barbecues, swimming, bike rides, and spending time outside: playing sports, hiking, and exploring the great outdoors. However, these fun outdoor activities bring inevitable...
