Article Archives: Health

Be Smart on Bike Rides this Fall

October 2, 2014 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

With the arrival of fall weather, it is an ideal time to zip up your jacket, strap on your helmet and go for a family bike ride. In addition to being a fun pastime, bicycling is a great cardio exercise to keep your heart healthy and burn calories, and it … Read More

Drinking Water is Key This Time of Year

September 4, 2014 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

With a couple weeks of summer still to come and outdoor activities becoming more prevalent, it is crucial to stay hydrated. Understanding the importance of hydration, the causes and symptoms of dehydration and learning how to prevent becoming dehydrated are extremely important, especially for children. Medical journals say dehydration means … Read More

Pre-Participation Physicals Help Limit Injuries in Young Athletes

July 31, 2014 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

In this month’s column, I will address the importance of pre-participation sports physicals for children and the role they play in helping to limit injuries caused by involvement in organized sports. Pre-participation sport physicals are yearly physical exams required prior to the start of the sports season that allows a … Read More

Drug Abuse in Children Could Cause Serious Harm

July 3, 2014 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

It is never too early to have a discussion with your child about the dangers of drugs and alcohol and how drugs can effect the body. According to Oxford Dictionaries, a drug is defined as a medicine or substance that has a physiological effect when ingested or otherwise introduced to … Read More

Children should understand the reality of aging in older adults

June 5, 2014 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

In this month’s column, I want to highlight the topic of dementia and the importance of making sure children understand how aging may impact their grandparents and other older adults. Dementia is defined as the loss of mental functions, such as memory, thinking and reasoning. In some cases these symptoms … Read More