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You most likely have heard of asbestos and how it causes terrible diseases like mesothelioma, but what is it and why is it so dangerous? During Asbestos Awareness Week 2018, it is important to acknowledge the seriousness of this substance and how you may be at risk. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral made up of long crystal fibers. These fibers are malleable, extremely strong, and are resistant to heat and electricity. These tenacious properties became widely known and spurred the mineral to be greatly used throughout the world for a majority of the 1900s. It was used mainly for insulation purposes and could be found in numerous households and businesses from floor tiles, roofing shingles, and even in clothing. Veterans were most exposed to asbestos […]

Disease is something that has touched us all in some way. Most of us are familiar with well-known diseases like cancer and diabetes because these often affect our friends, family and even ourselves.  Rare Disease Day thankfully reminds us that there are people who suffer from rare diseases that need our acknowledgment and support.    According to the Orphan Drug Act of 1983, a rare disease is classified as affecting less than 200,000 people in the United States.  The National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences states that there are a total of 25-30 million Americans living with rare diseases today.  Research continues to be a driving force in determining new ways to treat and cure rare diseases. Mesothelioma is a rare cancer that affects approximately […]

A new year always brings new resolutions—most of which revolve around health. You may want to lose a few pounds, eat better and head to the gym more often. These resolutions can help you improve your health, but have you ever thought about checking out your medicine cabinet? Some common prescriptions and over the counter drugs can have an adverse effect on your health and that of your family’s. Let’s make 2018 a time to review what you currently have in your medicine cabinet and see if any of the below listed drugs have a home there. It may be time to talk with your doctor about alternative medications. Invokana Canagliflozin is the active ingredient in Invokana and is commonly prescribed to treat type 2 […]

According to the Federal Highway Administration, 24% of all weather-related accidents occur on snowy or icy pavement. Out of those crashes, over 1,300 people are killed and more than 116,800 are injured. This doesn’t even include the number of those who are killed or injured during snowfall. With winter weather now affecting many in the U.S., it is extremely important to remember safe driving habits while traveling through snow and ice. Here are our top 10 winter driving tips: Drive slowly. Take your time while driving in snowy/icy weather conditions. Make sure that your windshield wiper fluid is filled completely and keep an extra gallon in your car. You can go through a lot of fluid during a snowy commute. Keep moving while going up […]