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May
Archives for Laura Bailey
14
May
What perimenopause really feels like
Understanding the perimenopause transition For many women, perimenopause begins quietly and often unexpectedly. Periods may become irregular. Sleep may be harder to come by. Mood, energy or focus can feel different than they used to. Too often, these changes are dismissed as stress, aging or simply a busy phase of life. In reality, perimenopause is a normal transition that...
12
May
Leaves of three? What families should know about plant-related rashes
Spending time outdoors whether at day camp, overnight camp or on a family camping trip often means coming into contact with plants you don’t think twice about. But for many families, an itchy rash a day or two later can quickly become an unwelcome part of the experience. “Not every rash that shows up after being outside is a bug bite,” said Holly...
07
May
Bug bites and stings: What to watch for during camping season
Spending time outside is one of the best parts of summer, whether your child is heading to day camp, staying overnight or your family is planning a weekend in the woods. Along with all that fresh air and activity, bug bites and stings are almost guaranteed. Most of the time, they’re more of annoyance than a concern. But...
05
May
What to pack in your summer first-aid kit and what families often forget
Before heading out for day camp, overnight camp or a family camping trip, most families focus on the basics — clothes, food and gear. But one of the most important things to bring is something you hope you won’t need: a well-prepared first-aid kit. “A lot of the visits we see in urgent care during the summer could be...
22
Apr
Skilled teams drive progress on Memorial Hospital patient tower exterior
Steady progress continues on the exterior of the new Memorial Hospital patient tower as crews install the curtain wall system that will define the building’s look and protect everything happening inside it. In total, 1,432 curtain wall panels are being installed on the tower, and recently the team reached an important...
17
Apr
Medical Minute: Stress and men’s health
The symptoms of stress can show up in unexpected ways. In men, they may appear as irritability, anger, poor sleep, lack of focus or low motivation — signs that are often dismissed or brushed off. In our latest Medical Minute video, Beacon Kalamazoo Family & Internal Medicine physician Dr. Yousef Khozmi...
10
Apr
Medical Minute: What’s behind your sneezes and sniffles?
Colds and allergies can feel very similar, but they’re not the same. In this Medical Minute, Beacon Kalamazoo family medicine physician Dr. Yousef Khozmi breaks down what to watch for, how long symptoms typically last and when it’s a good idea to talk to your primary care provider. Beacon’s primary care providers...
06
Apr
Are energy drinks safe for kids?
Are energy drinks harmless fun for children, or should parents be worried? While plenty of market research shows the popularity of energy drinks among adults, especially younger adults, information about children’s and preteens’ consumption of energy drinks is harder to find. However, at least one study suggests that adolescents are drinking...
02
Apr