What is an EKG for? You might’ve heard these letters in your doctor’s office and maybe you were recently assigned to get one. An EKG, or sometimes known as ECG, stands for electrocardiogram. It’s a test that checks your heartbeat and looks for signs of heart irregularities. The test is performed on healthy adults as … Continued
When you commute to work, the last thing on your mind is sustaining an occupational injury. But the risk is always there and accidents do happen. Every year, about 2.9 million workers suffer non-fatal workplace injuries and illnesses. Fortunately, employers around the country have a legal responsibility to purchase workers’ compensation insurance, which takes care … Continued
After a historically bad flu season, many parents and senior citizens are looking to be more prepared for next year. One of the easiest ways to keep the flu from getting too severe is to detect the flu symptoms early and go to the doctor. Before you can detect these symptoms, though, you need to … Continued
The holidays are fast approaching. And while it’s a time of fun and joy, it’s also the source of stress for many people. There’s so much to do! Grab gifts, wrap said gifts, prepare meals, decorate, buy a tree…only to name a few. It’s so much that it could practically send your head spinning. The holidays can … Continued
Being injured at work can produce a lot of stress. Not knowing whether to seek immediate care can cause some to delay treatment. Your emotions may be all over the place. Will your employer be upset, can you afford to take time off, who will pick-up the kids after school? Other concerns could be cost and reaching … Continued
Up to 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. And dehydration can be serious enough that you need medical intervention. If you’ve been experiencing bouts of dehydration, it may be time to talk to consider IV hydration. Here are 5 signs you may need IV hydration. 1. Bad Breath This may seem like a bit of … Continued