If I Feel Dizzy Between Meals, Do I Have Hypoglycemia? by Marilee Taplee
The term hypoglycemia refers to abnormally low blood glucose. People with the condition postprandial hypoglycemia, literally, “low blood glucose after a meal,” may experience fatigue,
Whooping Cough on the Rise by Dorcas M. Eaves, M.D., MSS, AACPE
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, has reached an epidemic level in California in 2014. This week ABC News reports that our state is facing
Tuberculosis by Magda Austin
Tuberculosis (TB) is highly communicable and one of the deadliest diseases in the world. According to the CDC, one third of the world’s population is
Q. and A. with Dr. Kiskila- This Month’s Topic: Probiotics
Question– Dr. Kiskila, what are probiotics? Answer– Probiotics are “good bacteria” that live in the body to help it work well and help defend the
Knee Pain by Jonathan Vielma
Knee pain is a common recurring source of trouble in people of all age groups. There can be a number of causes for this pain. A sudden injury onset is
The Truth About Tryptophan by Jessica Mills
With the holidays right around the corner many of us are thinking about indulging in the fun and festive food. Whether it’s the turkey, ham,
D.I.Y. Green Household Cleaners by K. Verdugo
When I first stumbled across do-it-yourself household cleaning products, I was a little skeptical of the idea. I regretfully disregarded the thought. A few months
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Author: David Porzio, MD What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome? It’s a common condition that affects your colon which causes cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea
Q&A with Dr. Kiskila: Bronchitis
Author: Nathan Kiskila, MD Question- Dr. Kiskila, what is bronchitis? Answer- Bronchitis is an upper respiratory infection that develops when the airways in the lungs,