Downriver Clinics Blog
Fight the flu with these 5 easy strategies
Influenza can rear its head any time of the year, but is known to be a particularly bad thorn in one’s side during times of year when the weather is cold. According to WebMD, anywhere from 5 to 20 percent of the population will get the flu in an average year and it...
Facts about the cold and flu
Steering clear of people who are sick, frequently washing hands, sterilizing common surfaces, and getting the flu shot are ways to prevent illness.
The most common sports eye injuries
Millions of students return to classrooms each fall. They also will be returning to the courts, fields, pitches, and courses to participate in their favorite sports.Youth sports are so popular that, in 2013, ESPN characterized participation as “so big, no one really...
How you can eat to improve your energy levels
Need to improve your energy levels? A healthy, balanced diet is the best way to maintain or improve energy levels throughout the day.
Weight Loss: Strategies to shed pounds safely
The struggle millions of individuals experience in regard to maintaining a healthy weight has led public health agencies to characterize overweight and obesity as a major public health crisis. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney...
Men’s health: Major health risks for men
June is National Men’s Health Month. It’s all about encouraging guys to make healthy decisions in their lives and know the signs of the serious health risks that they face.
Emergency Room or Urgent Care: Where should I go?
“Should I go to the emergency room or an urgent care?” It’s one of the most common questions in today’s health care landscape. With more options than ever before to get treatment, it can be difficult to know where you should go when a sudden health concern arises.