Food allergies in babies is like navigating uncharted waters. Introducing solid foods to babies can be both exciting and challenging for parents. While there are many food items the infant may be ready to eat, parents need to be careful about every new food they introduce. Older children and adults can develop food allergies; however, food allergies in babies can be scary for new parents. The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology confirms that over 7 percent of … [Read more...] about Food Allergies in Babies
Abdominal Pain
Abdominal Health Emergencies
Warning Signs & Symptoms It can be easy to blame your abdominal pain on indigestion or stress. But sometimes the pain is more serious, and you'll need to see a doctor to diagnose appendicitis or any other more serious abdominal conditions. Learn which symptoms to watch out for and when you should get medical help. Did you know that stomach pain is the most common reason for emergency room visits? When a person is unsure about what to do, it may be best to call a doctor to decide if an … [Read more...] about Abdominal Health Emergencies
Medical Emergency Protocol
Today, we live in an unpredictable world, and it appears to be getting even more unpredictable. We can’t know in advance when we will get sick or have an accidental injury. Most serious health problems take us by surprise. In a life or death emergency, are you prepared to know what to do until help arrives? Most people don’t preplan for emergencies other than to know how to dial 911. Sometimes, medical emergencies require immediate intervention. Knowing what to do in a medical emergency can … [Read more...] about Medical Emergency Protocol
8 Ways To Keep Your Kidneys Healthy
The kidneys are vital organs of our bodies, which means we can't live without them if they don’t function. They remove waste, control the body's fluid, and remove the excess waste and water through urination. This process is necessary to maintain a stable balance of body chemicals. And when its function is abnormal for any reason, it can lead to serious, life-threatening complications. 1 in 3 Americans is at a higher risk of developing kidney disease - an alarming statistic reported by the … [Read more...] about 8 Ways To Keep Your Kidneys Healthy
Abdominal Pain
Shirley Temple warned us, “If you eat too much, you’ll awake with a tummy ache. But when is abdominal pain serious enough to warrant a trip to the emergency room? Quite often patients arrive at the ER complaining of a pain in their stomach. Sometimes the cause of this pain is serious enough to warrant a visit to us and other times perhaps a doctor’s visit could have been avoided. When Should I Visit The ER? Here are a few instances where a trip to Elite Medical Center is a good … [Read more...] about Abdominal Pain
