Health Updates & News
What are Shingles
Last Updated:
Shingles are a viral infection that causes a painful rash. Shingles are caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. Shingles are caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. Decades after having chicken pox, the virus may reactivate as shingles.
Reducing Heartburn
Last Updated:
The symptoms and causes can vary greatly for every individual, but heartburn can be almost completely preventable with the proper lifestyle modifications and tricks.
August is National Immunization Awareness Month
Last Updated:
National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) highlights the importance of vaccinations for people of all ages. With the new school year starting, it is a great time to get your family caught up on their routine vaccinations.
What is Celiac Disease?
Last Updated:
Celiac is a chronic digestive and autoimmune disorder that is triggered by ingesting gluten and causes damage to the small intestine. Celiac disease is also called celiac sprue, coeliac disease, non-tropical sprue, and gluten-sensitive enteropathy. If you have celiac disease and you eat gluten, your immune system sees gluten as a threat and reacts by […]
Beef Empanadas
Last Updated:
Created by Carmelita Lombera, RDN Enjoy the cultural dish cooked in an air fryer to reduce calories but still full of flavor! You can serve with salsa and chopped veggies to create a balanced dish. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 7 days, or store in the freezer for 1-3 months.
July is National UV Safety Month
Last Updated:
Each July we take the time to try to raise awareness about the danger of Ultraviolet (UV) rays and encourage our patients to take steps to protect their skin and eyes. Here we will learn what UV radiation is, where it comes from, why UV exposure can be harmful, and how to protect yourself from […]
