Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep

Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep

One of the most common complaints I hear from patients is “I’m not sleeping well.” While there are several different medications that can be used to treat insomnia, I find many people have very poor “sleep hygiene” which can cause or exacerbate sleep problems.  Here...
Could TV Cause ADHD?

Could TV Cause ADHD?

In 1999, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended that children under 2 years old should not have any TV/screen time. None. Despite this, 43% of kids under 2 years old watch TV every day! Not only should 2 year olds not be exposed to adult TV that may be on in...
The Magic Number: 10,000

The Magic Number: 10,000

Have you ever wondered if it is really necessary for doctors to go through a minimum of 11 years of training to be able to practice their field of medicine?  I’m not going to lie- I have.  After reading Malcolm Gladwell’s, Outliers, I realize again the value in the...
Preventive Medicine

Preventive Medicine

Preventive Medicine refers to preventing medical illness and disease instead of treating a disease after it exists.  I continue to be amazed at how many patients I see a day who are physically suffering from diseases that can be prevented (referred to as primary...
How Do You Define Being Healthy?

How Do You Define Being Healthy?

What does it mean to you to be healthy?  When so many are concerned with “being healthy,” perhaps it would be beneficial to take a look at what that actually is.  Is it merely being free from any disease or ailments?  Is it freedom from any physical suffering? Does it...

Swine Flu in Birmingham, AL

I’m working at the health department this month and swine flu is certainly continuing to circulate in Jefferson County.  See your doctor if you have fever > 100 with cough and/or sore throat.  The only treatment are anti-virals (like Tamiflu) which do not cure...