What are the different types of allergic reactions? “An allergic reaction is a hypersensitive reaction that your immune system has to a certain substance,” says Dr. Josephin Mathai, medical director of the emergency department at HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital. “Every person can have a different trigger, and the level of reaction you have is […]
What are the warning signs of suicidal behavior? There are several warning signs that someone may be considering suicide. “The first two are helplessness and hopelessness, as if their life doesn’t have meaning, or what they do doesn’t make a difference,” says Dr. Frank Drummond, national medical director for Behavioral Health at HCA Healthcare. “You […]
What is sepsis? Sepsis is a potentially life-threatening and life-altering system response to infection, Dr. Guy explains. “It causes an exaggerated immune response that can end up damaging key organs like the heart, lungs and kidneys, and potentially lead to death.” He compares sepsis to an ember that sparks from a small campfire, suddenly threatening […]
A special congratulations to the following Mission Health nurses, for being recognized as part of the 2022 Great 100 nurses for North Carolina. The award exists to recognize and honor Registered Nurses in North Carolina for their commitment to excellence and to promote a positive image of the nursing profession. Teressa Neill, MSN, RN Mission […]
The devastation of the opioid crisis has not spared our community, sadly. The statewide statistics are sobering. Opioid overdose deaths outstrip those from auto accidents, and in the 18-year span between 1999 and 2017, 13,169 state residents have died from unintentional overdoses, with a 32% increase in deaths just between 2016 and 2017. This is […]
What are the common types of stomach pain? Stomach or abdominal pain occurs from below the ribs to the pelvis. Although this pain is commonly referred to as stomach pain, the abdomen houses many different vessels and organs, so it’s important to determine the type of pain you’re experiencing and where it’s coming from. Identifying […]
What is a heat-related illness? Heat-related illnesses are caused by high temperatures and humidity. They can occur when someone is exposed to heat for a prolonged period without adequate fluid intake or relief, such as standing in the shade or going into a building. There are several types of heat illnesses, some more serious than […]
Promoting endorphin-rich exercise Dogs need exercise, and people do too. When you commit to the responsibility of dog ownership, you’re in for a lot more walks around the block than you might take otherwise — about 22 minutes more per day, according to a study in BMC Public Health. All of that physical activity stands […]
Scoliosis is an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine. It is most often diagnosed in childhood or early adolescence. “I have learned that early detection is the key to a good outcome,” says Amanda Wallace Street, Certified Prosthetist and Orthotist for CarePartners Orthotics & Prosthetics. “The key is to diagnose the scoliosis early, while the […]
What are the different types of sarcoma? Cancer is named for the place where it starts, even if it metastasizes (spreads) to other parts of the body. For example, lung cancer is still lung cancer even if spreads to nearby lymph nodes or the adrenal glands. Sarcoma is a general term for a group of […]
