Bad breath makes social interactions awkward for everyone, whether you're the giver of the offensive whiffs or the receiver. When gum, extra brushings and mouthwash don’t seem to help, it may be time to take a more active approach to controlling your halitosis. More »
Casper, with its northern latitude and long, cloudy (not to mention windy) winters, has shown to have a high incidence of vitamin D deficiency. In Blue Envelope Health Fairs and other studies, up to a third of people tested were shown to have low levels of vitamin D. Some dangerously low. Here, Monica Janssen, a certified family nurse practitioner at Mesa Primary Care, deciphers the mysteries of this hard-to-get vitamin. More »
It is normal for kids to contract six to eight colds or other bugs in a year, and this time of year is particularly hard, said Dr. Ketura Talbot, a family practice physician with Mesa Primary Care. Many kids are in school or daycare and not afraid to touch anything they can get their little hands on. Add to that their young bodies, and you’ve got a perfect vector for spreadable germs. Here, Dr. Talbot discusses four common childhood illnesses parents should know about. More »
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