As a parent, it can be extremely difficult keeping your children healthy during cold & flu season. It can be even more difficult if you are not in the “know” of what’s going on.  For that reason, we have comprised a list of frequently asked questions regarding the H1N1 virus and the flu to help ease the worries and assist you with maintaining your family’s health. Read the rest of this entry »

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Days last longer, nights get cooler, and the holidays are approaching. But with all of the marvelous positives of the season, it is easy to forget that fall and winter share their season’s greetings with the one and only… FLU!

Right now, flu season is in full play. Since the outbreak of the H1N1 virus earlier this year, the number of infected individuals with the virus, the flu, or flu like symptoms has continued to rise and is expected to increase during the season.  So why not be prepared? Read the rest of this entry »

Have you noticed that everywhere you go, everything you see and hear is: “get your antioxidants”? It would seem we have a modern day cure all in the form of these mystical antioxidants….but is that really the case? I mean, we’re not naive. But it’s easy nowadays to get pulled into all kinds of scams (especially on the Internet). So what’s the deal? Are antioxidants really beneficial and if they are, how? Read the rest of this entry »

When initially hearing of swine flu, the reaction of many was “No swine, I’m fine,” indicating that if they do not eat pork, they were free of infection. Unfortunately, this motto has proven to be incorrect. After several months of breaking news updates and frantic worries, the Swine Flu Epidemic has now become global. Recent news reports have confirmed that cases of swine flu have been diagnosed in over 10,000 individuals in the United States (cases reported from all 52 states) and in 69 other countries including Australia, the Philippines, and Japan. In total globally, the death toll surpasses 150. As the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) work to contain the outbreak, it is still very important and critical for everyone to stay safe. If you haven’t tuned in to details of the swine flu epidemic or if you need an update on new findings, the following information will completely fill you in. Read the rest of this entry »

As humorous and inviting as the title may be, having an ulcer is not a laughing matter. Today, stomach/peptic ulcers affect up to 80% of the country’s population. Chances are, if you haven’t had one yourself, you know at least one person who has had one, or at the very least you’ve heard of them. Regardless of your knowledge level, here’s some useful information which may help to prevent, recognize, and treat this growing problem. Read the rest of this entry »

In addition to delivering exemplary at-home health services to the needs of your family, we also provide health services for the community. Earlier this year, we hosted a flu vaccination drive to provide free flu shots for international travelers.  This month, as we are approaching AIDS Awareness, Doctors @ Your Home will again do our part in the community to ensure people are aware of the fatal disease AIDS, HIV, and other STD’s, along with the various protective techniques. Read the rest of this entry »

“Gruuuul”. We’ve all heard it before. That dreaded gnarl that lulls us from our sweet slumber. The snore! And who? You ask are the culprits of this raid on our rest? Well… a lot of people. Young, old, guy, girl… they all snore; as a matter of fact, I bet we all know at least one person that snores in their sleep. Irritating, I know. But as insignificant as a little snoring may seem, it may actually be an indicator of many, more serious health risks… In addition to being annoying. Check it out. Read the rest of this entry »

Home remedies; we’ve all heard of them. You know things like chicken soup for colds, or holding your breath for hiccups. Whatever the ailment, there’s likely a home grown cure just waiting in your kitchen or bathroom. Some of these old techniques work and are pretty accurate, while others…. not so much. One of them that is pretty popular but equally dangerous is the old, “butter on burns” procedure. Many people around the world apply butter (or margarine) to the skin to treat minor burns; but is this the right way to go? Well, before you draw for the “I can’t believe it’s not butter” take at look at these findings: Read the rest of this entry »

Greetings once again my faithful readers (yes that means you). Today we explore a topic near and dear to my heart or feet, to be more precise.  That’s right, your friend and mine; let’s give a warm welcome toooooo….. Athlete’s foot! I know it’s not what you were expecting, but athlete’s foot is the most common type of fungal infection, so what the heck? I figure we can spend a little time on it right? Here are the facts. *(a/f stands for athlete’s foot) Read the rest of this entry »

When most people hear “arthritis”, an image of an elderly man with a cane immediately pops into their heads. This is a common misconception. This occurs because people automatically associate the term arthritis with osteoarthritis; a condition resulting from damage to the joints and yes, age. Although osteoarthritis is the most well known form of arthritis, it is by no means the only one. Read the rest of this entry »