You’ve heard the saying, “pain in the neck.” Anyone who’s experienced excruciating back pain would probably agree the saying should be changed to “pain...
If you’re one of the unlucky people with a sleep disorder, like sleep apnea, you’re likely familiar with a PAP machine, which stands for positive airway...
Perhaps one of the most misunderstood neurological disorders is Tourette Syndrome, a condition that causes people to have “tics,” which are “involuntary,...
It’s said that being a parent is the hardest job in the world. Each new stage your child goes through brings new situations and challenges, and it’s important...
It’s a fact: Exercise provides long-term health benefits and can prevent many chronic diseases. But, just as important as the act of exercising is something...
Have you ever heard the term, “compensation injury” and wondered what it meant? If you thought it meant an injury you get paid or compensated for, sorry,...
Have you ever tried a performance supplement? If you drink coffee or soda, the answer is “yes,” according to Steven Erickson, MD, a sports medicine specialist...
If you play sports or are physically active, you have probably had your fair share of aches and pains. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics,...
Did you know your own immune system is among your best defenses against cancer?
“The body has ‘good cells’ (Lymphocytes) patrolling our bodies looking...
When you think of a stroke, you’re likely thinking of a cerebral stroke, when either a blood vessel in (or around) the brain bursts or when a blood clot...
Melissa Fink
Contributing Writer
Melissa Fink has been a professional communicator for more than 20 years, serving as a writer, editor and strategist. A lover of words – both written and spoken – Melissa has become an expert in multiple fields, including healthcare. As a wife, mother of two and owner of her own small business, Melissa enjoys bringing creativity, fun and joy to her family, friends and readers.