There are many opinions on the best pain relief practices. The thing most can agree upon is that when pain hits, we want it gone fast. Over-the-counter pain relievers are a great option for alleviating any sort of discomfort. Deciding which pain reliever is right for...
The summer months are the time to enjoy the beautiful Colorado sunshine. With some days in the triple digits, many people try to fight the heat by going for a dip. Whether you are a competitive swimmer or enjoy swimming for fun, swimmer’s ear is a particularly...
Getting sick is a part of life. Determining whether an illness is caused by bacteria or a virus can help you get on a faster path to recovery. The tricky part is knowing the difference between viral and bacterial infection symptoms. We all wish there was a magic pill...
Your body is at least 55 percent water and it varies depending on your age and gender. Adult women are 55 percent water and adult men are 60 percent. Infants are made up of the most water at 78 percent, according to the USGS. Water helps to regulate body temperature,...
Sexual health is something we all should take very seriously. While it may be an uncomfortable subject for some, it is still very important to be educated on the different illnesses that may compromise one’s sexual health. One ailment in particular that can put a...
Chlamydia, also known as chlamydia trachomatis, is a sexually transmitted infection (sexually transmitted disease*) that is caused by bacteria, according to the Mayo Clinic. Chlamydia is generally spread through unprotected vaginal, oral, or anal sex. It is passed...
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection (sexually transmitted disease*) that is caused by a bacteria called Neisseria gonorrhoeae, according to the Mayo Clinic. The Cleveland Clinic says that "1.14 million new gonorrhea infections occur in the United States...
Croup is a very common ailment seen primarily in infants, but in rare cases it is seen in adults. This is a viral infection that is contagious. What is Croup? Croup is an upper respiratory infection typically caused by a viral infection called HPIV, or human...
If you have ever experienced a urinary tract infection or UTI, then you understand how terribly uncomfortable they are. Even describing a UTI as “uncomfortable” is an understatement for some who suffer from these infections frequently. Unfortunately, UTIs are very...