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FDA Bans 19 Chemicals Used In Antibacterial Soaps! How Do I Know If My Personal Care Products Are Safe

Dr. Katriny Ikbal — Tue, 06 Sep 2016 20:04:00 +0000

The FDA recently ruled against the use of antibacterial soaps that include one or more of the 19 ingredients that were deemed unsafe and ineffective suggesting they have no added benefits as compared to regular soap and water and may increase the risk of bacterial resistance and harmful effects from hormones.

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It’s Hot! Do I Need To Worry About Heat Exhaustion & Heat Stroke?

Dr. Katriny Ikbal — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 20:46:00 +0000

Heat related conditions such as heat exhaustion, heat injury and heat stroke are common and have potentially deadly consequences. Symptoms can range from mild dehydration and feeling faint to catastrophic heat stroke causing swelling around the brain and organ failure.

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Can Having A Pet Really Help Keep Me Healthy?

Dr. Katriny Ikbal — Tue, 10 May 2016 21:48:00 +0000

Pets are fun for a lot of things. Swimming at the natural springs with your dog and having a furry friend to cozy up with on the couch during a rainstorm are just a few examples of how our pets can provide home safety, companionship and a workout partner all in one.

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What Do I Need To Know About Nail Health?

Dr. Katriny Ikbal — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 23:33:00 +0000

Many of us enjoy treating ourselves to regular manicures and pedicures. It is relaxing and makes you feel pampered, especially since the rest of your week is busy with things like meal planning, driving the kids to/from activities AND working your strenuous job.

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What is Hypertension?

Dr. Katriny Ikbal — Tue, 19 Jan 2016 23:35:00 +0000

Hypertension is a chronic condition in which your blood pressure is elevated (>140/90) on two separate readings separated by two weeks. Most cases of hypertension are due to lifestyle choices. Here are some simple things you can do to help lower your blood pressure so that you can avoid the diagnosis of hypertension.

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Healthy & Safe Travel Tips For The Holidays

Dr. Katriny Ikbal — Tue, 22 Dec 2015 23:39:00 +0000

Tis the holiday season to spend time with family and that usually includes some form of travel. Being prepared for travel can help save you the headache of late night runs to the pharmacy or unneeded stress while you are on a plane. Here are a few tips we recommended you consider before packing up and hitting the road this holiday.

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November Is COPD Awareness Month!

Dr. Katriny Ikbal — Tue, 03 Nov 2015 23:47:00 +0000

Do you cough or feel short of breath all the time? Get frequent respiratory infections? Are you a smoker that uses an inhaler regularly? COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema, are lung diseases that affect millions of Americans and is the 3rd leading cause of death in the ...

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