Are You Confused By Diabetes?

Are You Confused By Diabetes?

Let’s break down the basics of the three different types of diabetes.   Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in early childhood or early adulthood. In Type 1, the body does not produce insulin. Insulin is a hormone needed in order to get...
Exercise-Induced Asthma or Vocal Cord Dysfunction?

Exercise-Induced Asthma or Vocal Cord Dysfunction?

Many young athletes are diagnosed with exercise-induced asthma but may, in fact, have vocal cord dysfunction. The problem? It is often difficult to differentiate between the two. There are multiple irritants in the air that can trigger breathing problems in young...
4 Most Common Types of Shoulder Injuries

4 Most Common Types of Shoulder Injuries

Shoulder injury is more common than you think, especially in relation to sports. Pitching a baseball, playing volleyball, taking a hit in football, constant swimming—all can result in some sort of damage to the shoulder. Now that fall is approaching, the potential for...
Protecting Your Teeth

Protecting Your Teeth

Flossing, brushing, and rinsing are done every day to keep mouths clean and breath fresh. But did you know the importance of wearing a mouthguard? The Why More than five million teeth are damaged every year, many during sports activities. Wearing a mouthguard prevents...