In 2006, pharmaceutical company Merck introduced a vaccine to prevent 4 major strains of human papillomavirus, or HPV. Commercials explained how the vaccine benefits girls and women by protecting them from many types of cancer, including mouth, throat, and cervical cancer.

Unfortunately, boys and men were not mentioned in earlier commercials even though 66% of men will be infected by HPV at least once during their life. Parents who wish to protect their children need to learn more about HPV and how the vaccine protects those at risk. Here’s the truth about boys and the HPV vaccine.

What Is HPV? 

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Osteoporosis is a common ailment that many people associate with elderly individuals. However, many cases of osteoporosis could be prevented by lifestyle choices and active preparation when people are younger.

Learn about the risk factors for developing osteoporosis and why taking care of your bones early in life can mean a reduced risk of osteoporosis as you age. Make the commitment now to help yourself and even your children have healthy bones for life.  

Who Is Most at Risk?

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By Lindsey Latteman, MD, OB/GYN at Stellis Health

One of the most common symptoms of early pregnancy is the dreaded morning sickness – sudden bouts of nausea and even vomiting that can happen all hours of the day and be provoked by the smallest things.

Many women have trouble with these feelings of nausea, but there are plenty of remedies that are safe in pregnancy and proven to work.

First, try eating smaller, more frequent meals and snacks. When your stomach is empty, the queasy feelings from morning sickness can be worse. Eating smaller amounts but more frequently keeps your stomach from getting too empty and making nausea worse.

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As summer rolls in and temperatures increase, you probably can’t wait to spend more time outside, basking in the sun. But since exposure to UV radiation from sunlight is a major risk factor for skin cancer, you need to be careful.

Protecting yourself from skin cancer really boils down to three strategies: sunscreen, sunglasses, and skin checks. Here are a few more details to make sure you’re implementing each strategy properly.

1. Sunscreen

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Over 50 million Americans are affected by allergies annually, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. If you find yourself sneezing, wheezing, and sniffling in the springtime, take a look at the do’s and don’ts of dealing with seasonal allergies.

Do Learn the Symptoms

What are the red flags of seasonal allergies? Understanding the signs can help to distinguish an airborne allergy from a springtime cold. While the specific symptoms vary by person, they can include:

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