Acute illness

Are You Allergic? Seasonal Allergies 101

It's that time of year again - flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, and allergies are in full swing. For some people, this means a few sneezes and a runny nose. For others it can result in a full-blown asthma attack or a weeks-long battle with sinus infections. So how do you know ifRead more

Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection (RSV)

Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection (or “RSV”) is a respiratory virus that often causes mild symptoms that are similar to the common cold or flu. Like cold and flu, people who contract RSV usually recover in 7-14 days. Serious cases can develop, though, and these cases are more common in infants and older adults with RSVRead more

Childhood Asthma Vs. Adult Asthma – Is There a Difference?

One of the most common health problems in the United States today is asthma. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), approximately 25 million people in North America are affected by this breathing disorder[1]. Asthma affects sufferers in very individualized ways. For some, asthma is nothing more than a slight irritation. For others, aRead more