How to Tell the Difference Between a Cold and Allergies
Does your cold feel like it is sticking around for longer than usual? That may be because your runny nose and sneezing are not symptoms of a cold at all, they’re from allergies. Knowing how to tell the difference between these can help you seek treatment faster. Understanding Cold & Allergies A cold is a…
Can Hearing Loss Be Reversed?
When the hair cells within the inner ear become damaged from old age or exposure to loud noise, they cannot regrow. While this cause of hearing loss was previously thought to be irreversible, new research may have a solution. The Inner Ear The inner ear contains hair cells that transform soundwaves into electrical impulses. The…
The Link Between Hearing Loss & Cognition
A new study published in JAMA Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery found that early stage hearing loss may be linked to cognitive decline. While other research has shown a connection between age related hearing loss and higher risks of cognitive decline, this is the first study to look at early stage hearing loss, when hearing is…
Foods That Will Help Soothe a Sore Throat
With the holidays winding down, cold and flu season is ramping up. One of the first signs of illness in Augusta is typically a sore throat. This often precedes a cold or flu and can interfere with your appetite. It’s important to stay nourished when sick; eating the right foods can help supply your immune…
Can Musical Rhythm Treat Autism?
Parents of children with autism in Augusta might have a new treatment option to consider. A new study shows that musical rhythm synchronization could help kids improve their social communication skills. ASD & Predictability Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction and other behaviors. What age do symptoms of…
Apple Cider Vinegar: A Viable Treatment for Ear Infections?
Natural health aficionados in Augusta embrace all sorts of alternative therapies, from acupuncture to essential oils. Almost everything is perceived as a potential cure for hearing-related problems, but the science usually fails to back up those claims. Apple cider vinegar just might prove to be the exception. Can Apple Cider Vinegar treat Ear Infections? Ear…
Research Shows Smoking Makes Head and Neck Cancer More Aggressive
Tobacco is a costly addiction for many in Augusta. There are 10,700 smoking-related deaths in Georgia every year, and annual health costs top $2 billion. The health dangers associated with cigarettes have been widely-known for decades; new research indicates that smokers have a higher risk of developing head and neck cancers, and for those who…
Keep it Real, Think Teal for Halloween
We are now deep into October and Halloween is just a week away! Hopefully you’re stocked up on hand-me-outs for your neighborhood ghosts and goblins. If you’d like to be more inclusive and provide treats for kids with food allergies, consider placing a teal pumpkin on your doorstep on the 31st. The Impact of Food…
Will a Saltwater Gargle Help a Sore Throat?
With October in full swing the leaves are changing colors, the lines for pumpkin spice-flavored coffee are out the door…and people in Augusta are getting sick. The change in weather sparks the unofficial start of cold and flu season; one of the most common symptoms is a sore throat. You’ve probably heard that gargling with…
Home Remedies for Acid Reflux
Eating should be a pleasurable experience, but for 60 million people in Evans and across the country, there is less enjoyment in mealtime because the dessert that follows is a painful, burning sensation in the chest called acid reflux. What is Heartburn and How Can I Treat It? Nearly one in five people in Georgia…