Carmichael’s Blog

There are so many things to enjoy about springtime, but for people with allergies, the season can trigger irritating symptoms, too. Seasonal allergies, also called allergic rhinitis or hay fever, [...]

March is National Nutrition Month, a time to focus on making informed food choices and develop healthy eating and physical activity habits. However, for patients who are malnourished, fighting an [...]

The golden rules of washing our hands to prevent the spread of germs and practicing good hand hygiene can backfire when done excessively. Did you know that excessive hand washing can result in [...]

Feeling pain in your thumb can be a symptom of a possible injury or a developing chronic condition. Depending on the severity of your pain and a doctor’s evaluation, you may need to immobilize [...]

Diabetic foot care is important any time of the year, but colder weather can make keeping your feet healthy more challenging. Cold, dryness and moisture can increase the risk of a diabetic [...]

People living with lung disease, particularly asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can and should get regular exercise. However, the thought of shortness of breath can prevent [...]

Considering Louisiana being recently ranked by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as the worst in the nation for influenza activity, you may want to get your flu shot if you [...]

Proper sleep is an important factor for maintaining good mental and physical health. Discomfort caused by neck pain can decrease the time and quality of sleep. If you have poor neck posture and [...]

If you suffer from a chronic pulmonary disease, COPD or asthma, you may benefit from a portable nebulizer that you can always have close by to reduce symptoms and help you breathe quickly. Many [...]

If you are looking to purchase a hot/cold gel pack for pain or swelling relief, make sure that you choose a quality product. Hot/cold gel packs come available in many styles and varieties. On [...]