When Should You Get a Tetanus Shot?
Knowing when you should get a tetanus shot is important, especially for adults who don’t remember when their last shot was. If you’re like most people, you probably think that …
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
According to the World Health Organization, breast cancer is the most common cancer in the world, accounting for 12% of all new cases of cancer diagnosed each year. October is …
Be Prepared for Flu Season
It’s that time of year again – flu season! Are you prepared? Getting a flu shot as soon as possible is essential to protect yourself from the virus. It’s important …
Eye Injury Prevention
Almost everyone will suffer an eye injury at some point in their life. For some, this may be a minor inconvenience that requires no treatment. However, it may lead to …
Common Football Injuries in Children
Football injuries in children are common and don’t discriminate. No matter the age and amount of protective gear, injuries happen. A CDC study published in Sports Health found that athletes …
Sports Eye Safety
Sports eye safety is observed each year to remind parents about the importance of protecting the eyes of children who play sports. Some sports eye injuries can cause permanent damage. …
Pain Awareness Month
September is Pain Awareness Month. Living with pain can make it hard to do everyday things. About 100 million Americans have chronic pain, more than diabetes, heart disease, or cancer. …
How to Prepare for Flu Season
We know that flu season 2022 is around the corner. Flu, also called influenza, is an infection caused by a virus that affects the nose, throat, and lungs. Flu season …
Fall Prevention Awareness Week
Falls Prevention Awareness Week is a national health campaign to increase awareness around fall health and injury prevention. Observed from September 18-24 in 2022, it is a time when we …