Three reasons to talk about glaucoma: Why you might have it and not even know
There are three reasons to talk about glaucoma, though they might not be the reasons you're thinking of: 1. Weddings 2. Graduations 3....
Check your neck: What the thyroid is and why it's important to your health
What is the thyroid? This questions has probably never (or rarely ever) crossed your mind. For most of us, our thyroid is a part of our...
What is Tamiflu and how does it work?
With this year's flu season being the worst since the 2014-15 flu season, you are probably hearing a lot about the drug Tamiflu...
What exactly is home health care?
Often, we at Sunshine Home Care are asked the question, "What exactly is home health care?" It's a great question, and it is something we...
Bacteria and produce: The latest E. Coli outbreak in U.S.
You may or may not have heard, but an E. Coli outbreak was recently announced in the U.S. and Canada. So far, the E. Coli outbreak has...
The 2017-18 flu season is the worst in years
Experts are expecting this year's flu season to be the worst in years (since the 2014-2015 flu season) and have seen widespread activity...
Turning 65? Here are the basics of understanding Medicare
If you are turning 65 this year or will be turning 65 in the near future, it is important to understand Medicare. Understanding Medicare...
Recent Changes to Blood Pressure Standards: How it may affect you and what to do about it
Most of us have our blood pressure checked each time we visit the doctor. For many of us, this can bring us face to face with...
How to Manage Diabetes During a Sick Day: Tips on insulin, medication and personal care
Everybody has sick days, especially this time of year. For some, those days can be extra challenging due to conditions such as diabetes....
Folic Acid is Fantastic: Folic Acid Awareness Week promotes healthy diets and outcomes
January 7 - 13, 2018 is being recognized as National Folic Acid Awareness week. You are probably now asking yourself, "Huh? What's so...
