Article Archives: Health

Springtime Brings Agony for Many Allergy Sufferers

February 28, 2013 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Every year as spring rolls in so do allergies. It is estimated that 40 million Americans suffer from allergies. Symptoms include watery eyes, constant cough, scratchy and dry throat and a feeling of tiredness. Outdoor spring cleaning, mowing the grass and planting flowers can often cause allergy symptoms to intensify. … Read More

Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite

January 31, 2013 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

Chances are you or someone you know has been bitten by a bed bug. In recent years there have been a number of incidents in the news about cases spreading. Experts believe the recent increase in bed bugs may be due to more travel, lack of knowledge about preventing infestations, … Read More

Treating the Common Cold

December 7, 2012 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

It’s December and along with it comes “cold season.” The common cold, or upper respiratory tract infection, is one of the leading causes of doctor visits. It is characterized by symptoms such as sneezing, nasal congestion and discharge, sore throat, cough, low-grade fever, and a mild headache. Cold symptoms often … Read More