We usually don't think about blood pressure until a doctor brings it up with something alarming. High blood pressure or hypertension is a clear route to life-threatening diseases if left untreated. According to the CDC, nearly half of US adults…

Life in Chicago moves fast. Long commutes, packed schedules, and meals grabbed in a rush don't leave much space to think about digestion until bloating, gas, or gut pain start becoming a regular part of the day. Gut health plays…

As flu season comes in, we notice more people around us getting hit with fever, headaches, cough and low energy. At first it feels normal and we think that the flu is going around again. But when you visit a…

It usually happens around day four or five when you start feeling a little better and wonder, “Am I still spreading the flu or is it finally safe to be around people again?” It’s a common concern. This is because…

You can drink water all day, but some days your body requires a little help sooner than a glass of water will provide. Certain conditions, including constant dehydration, heat exhaustion, and sudden illness, can drain your energy in minutes. In…

When sinus symptoms linger long enough to feel like part of your daily routine, it can get frustrating and confusing. You try treatments, you wait for recovery, but the congestion, pressure, and discomfort keep coming back. This usually happens when…

You might have just tested positive for COVID-19 and are experiencing flu-like symptoms. And now you’re probably wondering, what comes next?  Will my symptoms get worse before they get better? What are the worst days of COVID?  And when should…

You have a urine test in a day or two, and you’re wondering if you need to skip breakfast or limit your water intake or coffee before your test. In other words, you’re worried if you should fast before a…

You might have recently had a skin abscess drainage procedure and are wondering about the healing process and what to expect afterward.  Will it leave a scar? Can the abscess come back after drainage? We understand you might be confused…

If you tend to go barefoot outside or even around the house, you might be familiar with the unwelcome surprise of stepping on glass pieces.  Ouch! You see the splinter protruding from the skin and the sharp pain is unbearable.…