7 Amazing Facts About Your Tonsils
Few people in Hickory, NC give their tonsils much thought, unless they develop an infection. Like the appendix, they were once believed to be useless, but our tonsils actually play a key role in defending the body from germs and bacteria. Function of the Tonsils The tonsils are a pair of small, soft lymphatic tissues…
How to Survive Summer Allergies
If you’re like most people in Morganton, you look forward to summer in much the same way a child anticipates Christmas morning. And why not? Summer is the season for getting outside and having fun! Picnics, parades, fireworks, swimming – all are pleasurable activities for North Carolina residents. How common are allergies in Americans? Unfortunately,…
Sinus Issues Have You Feeling Down? Balloons Can Help!
Sinus issues plague many Lincolnton residents. In fact, persistent sinus infections are one of the biggest health complaints in Arizona. 37 million Americans suffer from chronic infections and the side effects aren’t only physical in nature; these people have a higher risk of experiencing depression, according to a new study. Side Effects of Chronic Sinusitis…
Study Links Drug, Alcohol Misuse with Hearing Loss
People with hearing loss in Hickory have a higher risk of misusing prescription opioids and alcohol, particularly those under age 50 – further stressing the importance of early detection. Substance Use Disorders & Hearing Impairment A University of Michigan and VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System study, published recently in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine,…
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