Author: Laura Gariepy

With cooler temps and drier air upon us, your chance of getting a nosebleed goes up. Don’t worry, though. We’ll share everything you need to know about this common, typically harmless condition. That way, you’ll know what to do if it happens to you or someone in your family. Nosebleed: Defined A nosebleed, also known […]

June is National Dysphagia Awareness Month. If you’ve never experienced the condition or known someone who has, you’re probably unfamiliar with the term. We’ll explore what it is, what causes it, when to seek help, and how sufferers can get relief. What is Dysphagia? Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing or the inability to swallow. It may […]

It’s springtime, and you’ve got the sniffles. You know it’s allergy season, and think that cold season is behind you. But, the truth is, either ailment could be to blame. We’ll share how to tell the difference between a cold vs. seasonal allergies. Let’s start with the root of the problem. Causes While colds and […]

After a long, cold winter inside, the warm spring weather invites us to get back outdoors. But, if you’re allergic to pollen, enjoying the sun and breeze will come at a price. You won’t be able to admire the beauty of the new green leaves or inhale the scent of freshly cut grass without having […]

March 14th through March 20th is Sleep Awareness Week®! Since 1998, the National Sleep Foundation has run this annual campaign to both remind you that sound sleep is essential to your well-being and advise you on how to get more of it despite your busy life. Let’s celebrate good sleep together! First, let’s take a […]

February isn’t just about candy hearts and cold weather. It’s Kids Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) month! Championed by the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the annual awareness campaign is designed to inform parents and caregivers about the ENT-related illnesses their children may face. Let’s celebrate Kids ENT month by increasing our knowledge […]

The winter months should be a time of joy in Central Texas. You can celebrate the holidays and enjoy cooler outdoor temperatures. But, if you’re an allergy sufferer, you’ll spend more time inside dodging pollen than outside loving the weather. Don’t worry. We’ll show you how to get through mountain cedar season comfortably. What is […]

Ear infections are extremely prevalent in young children, particularly those under the age of 2. The infection, also known as acute otitis media, is an inflammation of the middle ear (the small space behind your eardrum). Though treatment for the infection is readily available and effective, permanent hearing loss is possible – particularly if the […]

Summer is here! It’s time for barbecues, fireworks, and lots of time in the pool. But, while water play is a great way to exercise, cool off, and have fun, you need to protect your ears when you do it. If you’re not careful, it’s easy to develop swimmer’s ear, a painful condition that can […]