When it comes to preparing for vacation, packing can be a daunting task and it’s easy to forget important items. Luckily, Chloraseptic’s® Associate Clinical Professor at St. John’s University College of Pharmacy and Health Services, Dr. Maria Mantione, knows how colds can quickly develop especially … [Read more...] about 5 Must-Haves to Ensure a Healthier Vacation When Traveling
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What You Need to Know About Natural and Safe Sunscreens
Medical researchers say that all sunscreens should be free of oxybenzone, octinoxate, SLS/SLES, paraben, PEG (polyethylene glycols), phthalates, propylene glycol, and other potentially dangerous chemicals. Oxybenzone is a synthetic chemical that disrupts the nervous system and endocrine system. … [Read more...] about What You Need to Know About Natural and Safe Sunscreens
10 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Home Healthcare Agency
Maybe you need to hire a home healthcare worker to assist a loved one struggling with Alzheimer’s Disease. Perhaps you want a home healthcare worker to be there to help mom and dad as they age. Or maybe it’s to help a family member recovering from a serious injury. Whatever the case, in-home care … [Read more...] about 10 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Home Healthcare Agency
Medicine Cabinet Must-Haves for Cold and Flu Season
Are you ready for cold and flu season? If not, it's time to get prepared! The season is getting into full swing and odds are...you or a member of your household will end up with a cold or worst yet, the flu this year. Every year when the month of October rolls around, I re-stock my medicine … [Read more...] about Medicine Cabinet Must-Haves for Cold and Flu Season
What Can You Do to Control PVC?
Premature Ventricular Contractions or PVC is a type of arrhythmia in the heart. Arrhythmia is the general condition of having irregular or abnormal heartbeat. The type of arrhythmia is usually based on the origin of the heart. For PVC, the origin of premature heartbeats is from the ventricles of the … [Read more...] about What Can You Do to Control PVC?
How to Help Kids Avoid Germs this Back to School Season
Believe it or not, summer is coming to an end and back to school season is here. While you’re busy stocking up on new clothes and school supplies for your kids, germs are always present. That’s why Chloraseptic®, the #1 sore throat relief brand has partnered with Maria M. Mantione, Associate … [Read more...] about How to Help Kids Avoid Germs this Back to School Season
Reasons Why You Should Avoid Crystal Meth
Methamphetamines have ugly effects on the body in general. If you have a loved one with methamphetamine dependency, then chances are that you have seen these ugly effects first hand. Just like any other drugs, there are many life altering effects and if possible, one should avoid taking them. Some … [Read more...] about Reasons Why You Should Avoid Crystal Meth
Natural Antibiotics & Botanical Treatments
Over the past 7 years, I've made it no secret here on this blog that I suffer with a wide range of health & medical problems. It's nothing to be ashamed of and if my experiences help someone else...then it's a good thing! For the past few months I've been trying to educate myself on some of … [Read more...] about Natural Antibiotics & Botanical Treatments