Article Archives: Health

How to Deal with Hypertension

February 28, 2019 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Hypertension or high blood pressure is found in one in three U.S. adults, and for good reason it’s known as the “silent killer” because it often has no symptoms. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and on average it kills 635,260 Americans each year. … Read More

The Dangers of Too Much Screen Time for Youngsters

January 31, 2019 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

As we’ve all seen in recent years, spending lots of time in front of a computer, television or playing video games has become a favorite pastime for many of us, particularly our children. However, too much time participating in those activities can have a definite and potentially dangerous downside. Studies … Read More

How to Stay Fit during the Cold Winter Months

January 3, 2019 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

The frigid winter months of January and February can be a challenging time to stick to an exercise plan. The weather is colder, the daylight hours are fewer and a variety of priorities can make it much more difficult to establish a routine. While exercise in winter may be challenging, … Read More

New Polio-like Disease Strikes Children in the U.S.

December 6, 2018 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Many of us have heard the troubling recent news of a new polio-like disease with no known cure that is attacking mostly children. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) is a rare but very serious condition that affects the nervous system, particularly … Read More

Tips for Staying Healthy During the Holidays

November 1, 2018 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

As the holiday season draws near, we all look forward to a wonderful time of celebration, togetherness and happiness with family and friends, yet challenges to our physical and emotional well-being may arise during what many consider the happiest time of the year. Probably the most common threat to one’s … Read More