Bad Smell in Your Nose
Have things been smelling off lately? While it is always possible that those around you have stopped showering or your fridge is on the fritz and your food has gone bad, if this has been going on for some time, there is another option you should consider: The smell is coming from inside your nose….
Understand Your Earwax
Cerumen, more commonly known as earwax, is a sticky substance created in the ear canal to keep your ears safe. While you may never have paid your earwax much attention, it plays a crucial role in your health. Understanding what is normal and when something is wrong can help you seek help faster to prevent…
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…
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…
Who is Eligible for Balloon Sinuplasty?
Sinusitis is the most common chronic health condition in Aiken and throughout the country. 37 million Americans suffer from its effects every year. Many of these individuals might be able to find relief from a minimally-invasive surgical procedure known as Balloon Sinuplasty. Chronic Sinusitis: Causes and Symptoms Persistent inflammation and swelling of membranes lining the…
Surfer’s Ear and Other Summer-Related Disorders
When the temperature climbs into the triple digits, many of us turn to water activities to find relief…and that’s where the trouble begins. What is Surfer’s Ear and How Can it Affect Me? Despite the name, surfer’s ear can affect you even if you’ve never caught a gnarly wave or even glimpsed the ocean in…
How to Prevent Ear Infections
Ear infections are one of the most common childhood ailments in Evans; in fact, more kids visit the doctor for ear infections than any other reason. We want our children to be happy and healthy, and unexpected trips to the doctor’s office never rank highly on lists of “favorite things to do,” so preventing ear…