This October, we’re also celebrating ADHD Awareness Month. For American children, ADHD is one of the most common childhood disorders. Five to 11 percent of children in this country are affected. Some of the most well-known symptoms in children are behaviors such as...
One of the human body’s first lines of defense against infection covers nearly your entire body. That’s right, your skin! While this may seem odd, especially if you’ve ever gotten a paper cut, your skin accomplishes a lot. There are three main layers of skin –...
You have probably heard that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. With 1 in 8 U.S. women developing invasive breast cancer over the course of their lifetime, it is hard to escape some connection to this disease. Despite your awareness, you may wonder what you can...
This month is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Awareness Month (or PCOS). PCOS affects 1 in 10 women after puberty and can cause hormonal imbalances that can affect their health and appearance. In some cases, PCOS can also cause infertility or difficulty getting pregnant....
Vaccination statistics continue to show a tangible benefit in preventing illness, hospitalization, and death. Statewide, over 90% of hospitalizations are occurring in unvaccinated individuals; death occurs in just 0.5% of vaccinated cases. CCMH encourages everyone to...
Returning to school can be difficult for parents and children. Kids don’t want their summer vacation to end, and parents are thinking about back-to-school illnesses. Schools can be a hotspot for germs and viruses. Teaching your kids how to be safe, healthy and aware...