By Jason Waz, President of Competitive Edge Physical Therapy The past few months have made the public aware and on high alert of how serious and contagious viruses can be in our country and the world. Within a short period, the coronavirus (COVID-19) has spread quickly and pervasively. The CDC …

Home health care can be a real lifesaver. Those with elderly loved ones who need the assistance can know this can be a daunting task. It can be difficult for both the client and their caretaker(s). The journey finding the right company with the right caregivers that mesh with both …

By Dr. Dana Coberly Many of us might be noticing a little more submental fullness in our faces –  That’s the technical term for a double chin. Is it from our yo-yo-dieting and overindulgence, or is it the effects of aging, hormonal imbalance and gravity? No matter what the cause, …

By Dr. Dipnarin e Maharaj MD, FACP, and Vineet Polineni, B.Sc. Are you concerned about the coronavirus? Experts have deemed the novel coronavirus to be a major threat to public health. However, there is another virus that infects and kills even more every year. Seasonal influenza infects millions and kills …

As families and communities come together in an effort to stay apart during these challenging times, many people feel a sentiment of confusion amidst their confinement. “People are feeling lost due to the disruption in their normal routines,” says Dr. Bryan Call, a chiropractor from Hood River, Oregon. “With social …

Postnasal drip, clogged nasal passages, sneezing, and mucus are all signs of a sinus infection. Whether the sinuses are irritated from allergies, a cold or flu will predict which treatment should follow. Many people find relief from flushing the sinuses with a saline wash, using nasal sprays or decongestants, and …

You don’t have to look far to find a CBD storefront or online vendor these days. The pro- duct has taken off and it’s high demand is due to so many individual, personal stories for why CBD is becoming more and more common as an add on option for people …

With yo-yo dieting, extreme lifestyle disruptions, unhealthy diet pills, and other means to control appetite, over the years, most people have lost a few pounds, only to regain them rather quickly once they stop using those means. Why? Because the inflammatory response causes adverse health conditions—that is what’s keeping so …

By Parveen Vahora, M.D. Pelvic pain can occur from a variety of causes, such as endometriosis, interstitial cystitis, vulvodynia, or vulvovaginal atrophy. Many women experience painful intimacy associated with pelvic pain, which can be related to the conditions mentioned above, as well as a multitude of others. Each of these …

Many individuals are living longer, but that doesn’t necessarily mean healthier. For optimal aging it’s important to take care of your health in multiple ways. It’s essential to eat a healthy diet, get high-quality sleep, keep stress low, quit smoking, limit alcohol, drink plenty of water, and stay active! If …