Author Archives : Emily Lunardo

Getting a cold can be a bother. We can end up with a runny nose, congested sinuses, or only one nostril plugged, making it difficult to breathe. Oftentimes, we choose to tough it out and simply take the day off from our normal routine, getting as much rest as possible and, perhaps, taking some over-the-counter ...click here to read more

The saying goes something like this: intelligence is knowing that a tomato is a fruit, but wisdom is knowing not to put it in your fruit salad. Wisdom is the abundance of experience and knowledge that manifests as good judgement, patience, and kind-heartedness, and the elderly are chock-full of wisdom. However, according to a new ...click here to read more

Although it may not be peak flu season, research into the influenza virus is always moving. The flu virus infects tens of thousands of Americans every year and can cause mild to severe illness, with more serious outcomes leading to hospitalization and even death. The ones most at risk for the more detrimental complications are ...click here to read more

Lumbar spondylosis is a degenerative condition that develops gradually over time, being more common in older individuals. This condition can also be referred to as spinal osteoarthritis. It occurs due to the wear-and-tear of the bones that happens from normal everyday movement. The lower spine is composed of disc-like structures that are cushioned by soft ...click here to read more

Bruised ribs can be a result of broken (fractured) ribs, but there are other causes too. One thing is for sure, no matter how you developed the condition, it is often painful and can make laying down—or even breathing and moving in certain positions—difficult. An injured or fractured rib is often a result of some ...click here to read more

Living with high blood pressure (hypertension) can be a hassle to deal with. A major contributor to our blood pressure is diet. Once we become accustomed to a certain diet, we find it hard to adjust. However, we eventually need to swap out the food that increases blood pressure, as over time, high blood pressure ...click here to read more

The human race has made great strides in increasing our life expectancy. In the 18th century, the average life expectancy was only 35 years, and today it’s about double that. This upward trend is thanks in part to improved living conditions, increased intelligence, and of course, the advancement of modern medicine. The average life expectancy ...click here to read more

Having a tumor in the brain is not only a terrifying thing, but one that carries many debilitating traits along with it, from severe headaches to epileptic episodes. Another debilitating condition is diabetes, and it affects far more people than brain tumors ever could. Living with poorly controlled diabetes can often lead to several neurological ...click here to read more