International MPS Awareness Day, also known as International Mucopolysaccharidosis Awareness Day, is being observed today! It has always been observed annually on May 15th. Raising awareness for Mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS) and Mucolipidosis (ML). Inclusion-cell (I- cell) disease also known as Mucolipidosis II (ML II) is a rare inherited metabolic disorder characterized by coarse facial features, skeletal […]
Spring is beautiful, but it also brings seasonal allergies. During spring the trees, grass and flowers start blooming and release pollen into the air. These pollen cause seasonal (spring) allergic rhinitis (hay fever) in susceptible individuals. In these individuals, there is a release of inflammatory mediators from the mast cells, histamine and other allergy-causing chemicals. […]
Spring, like every season, comes with its fair share of health problems. Here are five health concerns and tips on how to deal with them. 1)Common cold: – Most of us think that common cold is only common during winters, but that’s not true. -Spring is the peak time for rhinovirus infection, and rhinoviruses are […]
With spring around the corner, as the days grow longer, it’s the perfect time to consider how you can lead a healthier lifestyle. Here are 12 tips to spring clean your health and spring forward into fitness. 1.Nutrition: Eating healthy is simple. Forget the fad diets and stay on a healthy eating plan including fresh […]
– Shingles occur in about 1 million people in the U.S. each year. One in three adults will experience a bout of shingles in their lifetime. One in five people with shingles develops postherpetic neuralgia, or PHN, which is nerve pain that can linger for months or even years. -The FDA approved the new shingles […]
February is American Heart Month. In the past, heart disease and heart attack have been predominantly associated with men. Heart disease & stroke have been the number one killer of women as well. The American Heart Association, therefore, created Go Red For Women, on the first Friday of February. It is to raise awareness of […]
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Heart disease causes more deaths in the United States than all types of cancer combined. Lower your risk for heart disease by taking these steps: -Eat healthy by eating plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or […]
1 Exercise: The more active you are, the better you will feel and the healthier you will be. Regular exercise helps build a healthy body, burn calories, and improve sleep. 2 Eat Healthily: Eat natural foods instead of processed foods. Minimize sugar and caffeine intake. Eat bright colored fruits and veggies which are filled with […]
January is Winter Safety Month. Winter has arrived and brought with it snow and sub-freezing temperatures. Unfortunately, there are many hidden dangers and health hazards during winter. Here are 10 common winter health hazards. 1. Frostbite Frostbite occurs due to the freezing of the skin. It can occur within a couple of minutes of exposure […]
Thank you American Diversity Group for this recognition. I am humbled and feel truly honored to receive it. It’s a true blessing for me to be a member of a group so dedicated to making a positive difference in underserved communities.
