by Johnette | Nov 22, 2016 | Wellness
Some information provided by the American Diabetes Association. In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin. The body breaks down the sugars and starches you eat into a simple sugar called glucose, which it uses for energy. Insulin is a hormone that the body...
by Johnette | Nov 15, 2016 | Wellness
The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat and lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccine each year. Flu vaccination...
by Johnette | Nov 9, 2016 | Wellness
According to an article written by Michael P. O’Donnell, Editor in Chief of the American Journal of Health Promotion, Workplace health promotion is indeed the best thing since sliced bread. In hospital management, the core goal is to provide the highest quality...
by Johnette | Nov 2, 2016 | Wellness
Some information provided by the Urology Care Foundation. Testosterone testing is used to diagnose several conditions in men as well as women. Testosterone is the main sex hormone in men, produced mainly by the testicles, and is responsible for male physical...
by Johnette | Oct 26, 2016 | Wellness
Some information provided by Centers for Disease control and Prevention While seasonal influenza (flu) viruses can be detected year-round in the United States, flu viruses are most common during the fall and winter. The exact timing and duration of flu seasons can...
