Smokey The Bear   reminds us that “ONLY YOU CAN PREVENT WILD FIRES!” THE HISTORY OF SMOKEY THE BEAR Smokey the Bear, an enduring symbol of wildfire prevention, has a rich history dating back to World War II. In the early 1940s, as the United States faced the threat of wartime fires, the Forest Service […]

Yes, heatstroke is a real and potentially life-threatening condition. It occurs when the body overheats and cannot cool down properly, often due to prolonged exposure to high temperatures, strenuous physical activity, or a combination of both. Several factors contribute to the risk of heatstroke: 1. Hydration**: Dehydration reduces the body’s ability to sweat and cool […]

Nearly 114 million Americans—roughly half the adult population—take at least one nutritional supplement. Scientific investigations conducted have failed to confirm that supplements, particularly multi-vitamins, work. So, if multi-vitamins are not effective, are there any supplements that are effective? The answer is yes! About 70% of Americans don’t get enough vitamin D. Typically, we get vitamin […]

If you’re thinking about becoming active, there are a few things to consider to avoid injuries. If you’re already living an active lifestyle, you don’t want an injury to slow you down. However, many athletes who participate in activities where the knee is bent repeatedly experience a common injury. Most commonly called the overuse injury, […]

Did you know there is a drug available in the U.S. designed to prevent HIV infection? PrEP, or Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis, is anti-HIV medication to keep HIV negative people from becoming infected. PrEP is approved by the FDA and studies have shown that PrEP reduces the risk of getting HIV by more than 90% when used […]

It’s Veteran’s Day. This day, we as a nation, have set aside to honor our veterans for their service, their families for their sacrifices, and all those whose live’s have been touched by the tragic effects of war. Many of us have known a family member, friend, or co-worker who has served for our country. […]

It’s cold and flu season again!  Because colds and flu share many symptoms, it can be difficult, if not impossible, to tell the difference between them. The flu and the common cold are both respiratory illnesses but they are caused by different viruses. Colds generally do not result in serious health problems, such as pneumonia, […]