Stress is a part of life. Being late for a meeting, speaking in front of a crowd, interviewing for a job, rushing to meet a deadline — all trigger the body to cope by releasing certain hormones to activate our survival instinct. But too much or unrelenting stress causes your body to constantly be in […]
Back-to-School Physicals
It’s that time of year when we start thinking about backpacks, pencils, and of course, back-to-school physicals! Who should get a school physical? It’s a good idea for every child to visit their doctor once a year for a physical, or annual wellness exam. If your child participates in extracurricular activities, a sports physical is […]
Trampolines: The Backyard Danger
If you have kids, at some point they may beg you to put up a trampoline in the backyard, or play on one at a friend’s or neighbor’s house. While it may seem like innocent childhood fun, trampolines can be dangerous. At In and Out Express Care, we see a number of sprains, fractures, dislocations, […]
What’s That Rash: Shingles
If you had chickenpox as a child, there is a chance you’ll develop shingles later in life. One in 3 adults will develop shingles sometime during their lifetime. With these odds, you may be wondering: what causes shingles to develop and is there anything you can do about it? What is shingles? Shingles, or herpes […]
Sunscreen — a Necessary Evil?
We’ve talked about the sun being a double-edged sword. Similarly, so is sunscreen. While sunscreen protects your skin from harmful UV rays in the short term, there are concerns about how the chemicals impact the body, and our environment, over time. It’s a catch-22 that’s enough to make you want to hide inside all summer! […]
Too Much Sun or Not Enough? The Vitamin D Dilemma
The sun is a double-edged sword. We hear about the dangers of overexposure: premature aging, decreased immunity, and skin cancer. Yet, not getting enough sun leads to vitamin D deficiency, which affects 42% of Americans (and may also increase the risk of cancer!). So…should we get less sun or more sun? The answer is […]
What’s that Rash: Athlete’s Foot
If you’ve ever gone to a public locker room, gym, swimming pool, or sports club, you’ve probably been advised at some point to wear flip flops or shower shoes. There’s a good reason for that: protecting yourself from athlete’s foot. What is athlete’s foot? Athlete’s foot goes by the formal name of tinea pedis. It’s […]
Tips to Avoid Bee Stings this Summer
When the warm weather comes and flowers start to blossom, they inevitably signal our buzzy fuzzy friends: the honeybees. Honeybees are a crucial part of our food ecosystem and are generally gentle insects. But, if you’ve ever gotten stung by one of them, you know firsthand the downside to honeybees. Bee stings can be painful, […]
How Can I Prevent Shin Splints?
Shin splints are one of the most common injuries for runners, dancers, and other athletes. Known medically as medial tibial stress syndrome, shin splints occur from repeated stress of impact on the shinbone (tibia). It manifests as pain and tenderness along the front of the leg. Shin splints can be painful, but thankfully they are […]
What Causes High Blood Pressure?
High blood pressure, or hypertension, afflicts at least 75 million Americans, according to the Centers for Disease Control. It’s a condition that can have widespread effects on the body, and as of 2013, costs the nation $52 billion per year in healthcare and workforce costs. What causes high blood pressure, and why is it so […]
