by NWIM | May 30, 2016 | Uncategorized
As the sun comes out here in the Pacific Northwest so do the stingers – Bees, Wasps and Hornets. Scorpions are not very common, but do exist here. Most reactions to stings are mild resulting in redness, swelling and itching of the area for a few days. Sometimes,...
by NWIM | Mar 4, 2016 | Uncategorized
Sunburns are often synonymous with summer. Prevention is your best bet and done best with adequate sun screen. Anytime you plan on being in the sun, it’s highly recommended that you use a good sunscreen with an SPF of up to 30-50. Any SPF rating after 50...
by NWIM | Mar 4, 2016 | Uncategorized
Gesundheit! Allergies are a sign of an over-reactive immune system, and can occur at any time in life. Pollen and other airborne particulates irritate the upper respiratory tract and cause immune cells to release substances such as histamine and leukotrienes which...
