Article Archives: Health

Autism in Children: What to Look Out For

July 7, 2016 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a general term for a group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are characterized by difficulties in both verbal and nonverbal communication, social interaction and repetitive behaviors. The level at which a child displays these characteristics varies by degree, but every child affected … Read More

Just Being a Kid or is There More?

June 2, 2016 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Let’s face it — kids are rambunctious. They love running around, laughing and playing with their friends, but when should that active energy cause concern for parents? Attention-deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) affects approximately 4-to-7 percent of children and is two-to-three times more likely to occur in boys than in girls. … Read More

Combat Obesity with Nutrition and Exercise

May 5, 2016 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Obesity is a serious problem in the United States, not only in adults, but also in children. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one-third (34.9 percent or 78.6 million) of adults in the U.S. are obese, and approximately 17 percent or 12.7 million children … Read More

What You Need to Know About Zika Virus

March 31, 2016 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Zika virus has been making news headlines for the past several months. It’s important for the public to know what the virus is, how it spreads and the effects this disease has on its victims. It’s also important to note that people rarely die of Zika. Zika virus was first … Read More

Make Safety A Priority During Spring Cleaning

March 3, 2016 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Spring cleaning is a good chance to de-clutter and make your home a little healthier, but heavy-duty housework can result in injury if you aren’t taking the proper steps to protect yourself. Injuries can range from irritation and burns caused by household cleaners, to falls and strains from doing chores … Read More