Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada’s Story Archive

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

Childhood Vaccines Offer Protection from Serious or Potentially Fatal Diseases

February 4, 2016 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

To help your child grow into a healthy adult, I highly recommend children receiving all immunization (vaccines) from birth to age 18. Vaccination is a way of creating immunity to certain diseases by using small amounts of a killed or weakened microorganism that causes a particular disease. Childhood vaccines offer … Read More

Your Guide to a Happy, Healthy Holiday Season

December 3, 2015 | by Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada

It’s hard to believe the holidays are already here. There are multiple ways to combat stress during this bustling season, including illness prevention, managing stress, traveling safely and eating healthy, along with keeping up with your exercise routine. It’s important to wash your hands often to stay healthy and germ-free … Read More