Vital Signs: Respiratory Rate, Temperature and Oxygen Saturation

2023-02-03T12:48:15-05:00June 10th, 2023|Categories: Blog, Health Tips, Illnesses|Tags: , |

In this blog, we will discuss three vital signs more in depth: respiratory rate, body temperature and oxygen saturation. Respiratory/Breathing Rate A respiratory or breathing rate is the amount of times a person takes a breath in one minute. A normal respiratory rate is 12 to 16 breaths per minute. A person’s respiratory rate will [...]

Vital signs: Blood Pressure and Heart Rate

2023-02-03T12:45:06-05:00June 10th, 2023|Categories: Blog, Health Tips, Illnesses|Tags: , |

In this blog, we will discuss two vital signs more in depth: blood pressure and heart rate. Blood Pressure Blood pressure is the measure of the force of blood against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps it around your body. It is expressed as two numbers: systolic pressure and diastolic pressure. Systolic [...]

Vital Signs: Introduction

2023-02-03T12:41:57-05:00June 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Health Tips, Illnesses|Tags: , |

A typical visit to your doctor’s office will likely begin with a nurse taking your vital signs. You’ll probably see numbers flash up on a screen after the nurse takes your blood pressure, but what do all those numbers mean? And why does the nurse clip that little blue thing onto the end of your [...]

Why Employee Medical Exams Matter

2023-02-03T12:27:19-05:00May 10th, 2023|Categories: Blog, Health Tips, Illnesses, Injuries|Tags: |

Employee medical exams are an important part of maintaining a healthy and safe work environment. These exams provide employers with valuable information about the physical and mental health of their employees, allowing them to address any potential health risks and ensure a safe and productive workplace. In this blog post, we’ll explore the key benefits [...]

Protecting Your Skin From The Sun

2023-02-08T11:52:49-05:00May 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Health Tips|Tags: |

Summer is here, and with it comes the warm sunshine and plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. But as much as we love soaking up the sun, it's important to protect our skin from its harmful effects. The sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause skin damage, including sunburn, premature aging, and even skin cancer. In [...]

Managing High Cholesterol

2022-12-05T11:30:46-05:00February 20th, 2023|Categories: Blog, Health Tips, Illnesses|Tags: , , |

High blood pressure is often accompanied by high cholesterol. This can be because of lifestyle choices or something uncontrollable like genetics. Different Types of Cholesterol Not all cholesterol is the same. It is a common misconception that all cholesterol is bad. The truth is that we all do need some cholesterol in our bodies in [...]

Rabid, Venomous or Safe: When Is An Animal Bite Concerning?

2023-02-08T11:52:22-05:00February 10th, 2023|Categories: Blog, Health Tips|Tags: , |

An animal bite can be a very serious concern. It’s important to know what to do if you are bitten by an animal and when to seek medical attention. What Animal is the Most Concerning? Sometimes your dog might accidentally nibble your hand thinking it’s a toy, or your child’s hamster bites your finger thinking [...]

6 Things You Should Keep In Your Medicine Cabinet

2023-02-08T11:52:13-05:00February 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Health Tips|Tags: |

Do you have the ideal necessities in your home medicine cabinet? You never know when you or your child will fall ill or get a minor wound. Properly stocking your medicine cabinet is a great way to prepare for unexpected illnesses and injuries. Read on to find out the right things you should have in [...]

Easy New Year’s Resolutions Your Body Will Thank You For

2022-12-01T14:53:02-05:00January 20th, 2023|Categories: Blog, Health Tips|Tags: |

For many people, the beginning of a new year is a time for resolutions. We all have things we want to change about ourselves, and making resolutions is one way to make those changes happen. But it's not always easy to stick to our resolutions, especially if they're related to our health. That's why it's [...]

What Does Your Snot Say About Your Health?

2022-12-01T14:48:19-05:00January 10th, 2023|Categories: Blog, Health Tips, Illnesses|Tags: , |

The dreaded cold and flu season is upon us. Stock up on tissues and decongestants because it is sneezy season, y’all. Your constant sneezing, raw nose and clogged sinuses can be incredibly irritating. You just want to feel better already! However, it is important to pay attention to your body during this time, including your [...]

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