During a recent run in the hot weather, I started to feel dizzy and got a headache. Could this be heat exhaustion or heat stroke? Can you please explain the difference between the two so that my buddies and I can learn ways to prevent heat-related injuries in the hot weather?
With routines upturned and health concerns top of mind, many people are feeling an extra amount of stress these days, too much of which can be bad for one’s mental and physical health.
Marine Corps Capt. Joseph Tortorici, a father of six, knows a lot about being a military dad. And he's got a slate of recommendations for new fathers. For example, he says, a tactical bag makes for the best diaper bag out there.
Hearing and vision are important to everyone, including active duty service members. They must be alert at all times to their surroundings and potential dangers.
Every year, thousands of service members are diagnosed with at least one sexually transmitted infection. Topping the list of the most common are chlamydia, gonorrhea, and genital herpes, military health data shows.
Individuals with darker skin complexions, or skin of color, are sometimes less likely to use sunscreens and protect themselves from excessive sunlight, dermatologists say.
For us, compassion towards those who are suffering from illness ranks high. We understand the drive in those who seek beauty and perfection in their daily lives.
For those of you stationed in South Korea, we at U-MEDI want to introduce you to a piece of paradise, one where your medical needs are taken care of by some of the top doctors in the world, while you also enjoy the sights, sounds and culture of this beautiful country.
Hi, Doc, I keep getting headaches. I've worked in the bowels of a Navy ship nearly my entire career. I love the noise, the smells, and my crews. But as I get older, I've become more sensitive to the constant noise and mechanical humming.
During the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, military medical teams were well positioned on the battlefield to support the "golden hour" response – the ability to get wounded warfighters off the battlefield and delivered to the care of a full-scale military hospital within about an hour.
