Under review - will be updated soon

Watch this space for medical items of current interest - plus tips on staying healthy.

Influenza Update

For the latest on Colorado or National flu information please go to the following web sites:

• National Flu Website
• State of Colorado Flu Website

MEDICARE Doughnut Hole

Need help in figuring out the Medicare Doughnut Hole?  - CLICK HERE

Stroke

Knowing the signs of stroke can save your or a loved ones life or prevent/limit a disability.  Every minute counts!

• F - Face     Does one side of the face droop? Ask the person to smile
• A - Arms    Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms.  Does one arm drift downward?
• S - Speech  Is speech slurred? As the person to repeat a simple sentence. Is the sentence repeated correctly?
• T - Time     If the person show any of these symptoms.  CALL 911 or get to a hospital immediately!

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning

There have been several news articles this winter about deaths and near deaths from carbon monoxide poisoning.  CO is an odorless, colorless gas that has very lethal effects.  CO Detectors are relatively inexpensive.  It will probably be one of your best investments.  For more information on click on the following:   CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING  (in progress)

Altitude (Mountain) Sickness.

When traveling from lower to higher altitudes (usually above 8,000 feet) some people, regardless of age or conditioning, may be affected by altitude sickness.  This can be uncomfortable in it's least effect and possibly life threatening at it's greatest impact on the body.

For more information on its effects on the body and treatments please go to the following web site: MOUNTAIN SICKNESS (in progress)