Dehydration may hit you when you least expect it and can appear slowly or very suddenly. Many of us have been taught that a headache can be the cause of dehydration, but additional symptoms may include nausea, dizziness, fatigue, lack…
Screens. They’re everywhere. In our cars, on refrigerators, even on water bottles. Advancements in technology have contributed greatly to our lives. But screens are not always so great for our kids. By many estimates, the average teen spends 8-9 hours…
There are many ways to support your child’s healthy development. One of the most simple is: play. The multiple values of children’s play are being strongly advocated for by the American Academy of Pediatrics. From 1981 to 1997, according to…
It sounds so simple: wash your hands! But again and again, health care studies show that the number one best way to fight infection and protect yourself and your family from infection is as simple as hand-washing. Research shows we…
Did you know that anxiety is a common occurrence among school aged children? Changing schools, increasing academic expectation, experiencing changes in grades, and setting new social demands can provoke extreme anxiety and lead to depression for some children. Anxious or…
As part of back to school time, it’s important to review sports safety. Most important is good hydration. It is generally accepted that all of us here in the high desert are walking around somewhat dehydrated all the time. Please…
For the parents and children in our community the summer vacation is quickly coming to an end, and preparations for Back to School have begun. To assist with your child’s medical and school preparation needs, Eldorado Family Health offers assistance…