Anita Bennett MD

Mosquito-borne diseases are becoming more common in the US. Warmer temperatures and increased rainfall create ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes. These diseases occur in the summer through fall, with the highest number of cases being reported in August and September. They can occur across the US, so we should all…

Last week, we talked about the importance of drinking an adequate amount of water. There is a growing body of evidence from research studies that shows significant relationships between chronic low daily water consumption and various diseases and abnormal metabolic function. This is likely due to chronically elevated levels of…

When I first started thinking about writing this tip about drinking more water, it was prompted by the significant heat that we have experienced this summer. But drinking a healthy amount of water is important all year round. Most of us don’t drink enough water and we also drink too…

With the recent hurricane, I started thinking about the health problems that come along with flood disasters. My son lives in South Carolina, so I was obviously worried about his safety. With a warmer climate, we are expected to have more flooding events, so we need to be prepared. Flood…

Last week we started our discussion about drowning, including some important facts about drowning and some of the risk factors. Today, we’ll talk about things you can do to help decrease the risk of drowning. First, I want to remind you of some key facts. Anywhere there is water, there…

Summer is the ideal time to play in the water, from the pool to a lake or even the ocean, water is a great way to cool down from the heat. But as we participate in more water-related activities, summer is also the time of year when drowning is more…

Last week we talked about heat-related illnesses including the types of conditions caused by the heat and the risk factors for suffering a heat illness. Today we will talk more about the symptoms and measures you should take to treat heat-related illnesses, as well as how these illnesses can be…

I don’t know about you but where I live, it has been hot! And the forecast is for more of the same. Illness brought on by heat can range from mild to severe and can even be deadly. In fact, 2023 set a record for US heat-related deaths, with more…

Last week, we talked about the important subject of fall prevention for older adults, along with the importance of exercise to prevent falls. Today we will talk about other things that can be done to help prevent falls. We will also talk about what you should do if you fall….

We have a large population of adults aged 65 years and older in the U.S. Falls are a significant threat to their health and well-being. Falls can reduce an older person’s ability to remain independent. This is something we all should think about for ourselves (now or as we get…