General Health

The Opioid Crisis and Its Health Effects on Veterans

Image Source: Unsplash Over the last several years, the opioid epidemic has claimed over 47,000 lives via overdose and other negative side effects, with the brave veterans of our armed forces making up 19.85 deaths per 100,000 people. When veterans return home from duty, many […]

General Health

Tips on Having a Great First Pregnancy

Image Source: Unsplash From the moment your pregnancy test comes back positive, your life is forever changed. It’s likely that you’re experiencing a multitude of emotions, from excitement and pride to fear and anxiety. These feelings are completely normal, especially during your first pregnancy. The good […]

General Health

What You Can Do to Prevent Dementia

Image Source: Unsplash Approximately 50 million people have dementia worldwide, and there are around 10 million new cases of dementia every year. Alzheimer’s disease, the most prevalent type of dementia, accounts for up to 70% of dementia cases. According to the World Health Organization, “Dementia […]