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By Troy Sukkarieh, MD It only takes a lump the size of a pea in your testicle to signal something serious. It’s estimated that 8,850 American men will develop testicular cancer this year. It is most frequently diagnosed in men aged 20 to 34. And, like several [...]
Corn Salad Serves: 4 Light and refreshing! Can be served as a classic summer salad or a cooling side dish. Ingredients 3 cups corn (cut from 3-4 cobs or frozen corn, thawed) ½ cup red bell pepper, chopped ⅓ cup green onion, chopped -- be sure to use the [...]
The pediatricians in the Emergency Department at CentraState Medical Center want parents and caregivers to understand the causes and symptoms of allergic reactions in children and how to prevent them with these tips. Causes of Allergic Reactions in Children: Animal or insect bites Plants, pollen, trees Animal fur or [...]
Barley Risotto with Semi-dried Tomatoes and Basil Serves: 4 Ingredients 766g barley (pearl raw) 1 (330g) large brown onion (diced) 3 (35g) garlic (minced) 22g button mushroom (largely diced) 2.01 stock (chicken or beef) Salt to taste 2 tsp (6g) black pepper (cracked) 5 tbsp (120g) extra virgin olive [...]
The pediatricians in the Emergency Department at CentraState Medical Center offer parents these tips to help keep kids safe around the house. Injuries in the home These are one of the top reasons children visit the ER. Keep any object that is sharp, hot, toxic, or a choking hazard [...]
Breakfast Burritos Serves 4 Ingredients 1 cup green onion, chopped (green part only) 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced ½ pound bulk sausage (get one with no onion or garlic added) ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 7 eggs ⅓ cup [...]
Back-to-school time means back to playing sports. Here are some tips for parents to keep your kids safe when they get back in the game. Prevent Dehydration Make sure your child is fully hydrated before playing sports. Send them with a refillable water bottle to drink from throughout the [...]
Cold season runs from September until March or April. Colds—which are the most common illness among children of all ages—can still make most children feel miserable. Because colds are respiratory viral infections, antibiotics, which treat bacterial infections, are not useful for treatment. Common Cold Symptoms Watery nasal mucus Sneezing [...]
What kid doesn’t love having fun in the great outdoors? Here are some tips to keep them safe. Prevent Dehydration Make sure your child is fully hydrated before leaving the house to play outside. Send them with a refillable water bottle to drink from throughout the day. Take Breaks [...]
By Troy Sukkarieh, MD Kidney stones are often the uninvited guests to the most significant days of our lives. Because they can strike without much warning, I’ve treated patients for kidney stones on their wedding day, graduation day, and even before – and during – their honeymoon. Unfortunately, kidney [...]
