5 Signs It’s Time to See a Dermatologist
5 Signs It’s Time to See a Dermatologist As your body’s largest organ and its first line of defense, your skin takes many hits. The skin protects you from [...]
Pediatric Oral Health: Tips for Keeping Your Child’s Teeth Healthy
Our teeth help us eat, talk, and smile, making good oral hygiene essential early on. Establishing healthy habits early can help prevent cavities, gum disease, and other dental issues as [...]
Menstrual Irregularities: What’s Normal and What Isn’t
Up to 25% of women experience menstrual irregularities, making it a common health issue. An irregular menstrual cycle is when your period is shorter, longer, lighter, heavier, or more [...]
Unmasking the Risks: The Truth About Vaping in Teens
Vaping has become a hidden health threat among teens, leaving many parents unaware of its dangers. Unlike traditional cigarettes, vaping devices are easy to conceal and often emit little [...]
Understanding Nighttime Hot Flashes: Causes and Solutions for Better Sleep
Nighttime hot flashes are impossible to ignore – the burst of intense heat, your pajamas and bed sheets soaked in sweat, uncomfortably flushed skin, and more. These startling episodes [...]
Inspiring Families: Dr. Bridgewater’s Words of Affirmation Go Viral
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s often the smallest gestures that leave the biggest impact. Dr. Bridgewater, a compassionate and dedicated TopLine MD Alliance affiliated OB/GYN, [...]
Keeping Kids Healthy This Winter: What Parents Need to Know About Flu and RSV
As a Pediatrician, I often see a rise in respiratory infections during the colder months. Among these, influenza (flu) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are two of the [...]
Healthy Screen Time: A Parent’s Guide to Balanced Media Use for Kids and Teens
The holiday season offers a wonderful opportunity to unwind and connect with friends and family. However, it’s also essential to be mindful of how much screen time children are [...]
Eat to Defeat: Understanding Inflammation and the Top 10 Anti-Inflammatory Foods
Inflammation is a critical part of your body’s defense system. You’ve already seen the effects of acute inflammation in real time if you’ve ever cut your finger, sprained your [...]
Effective Exercises for Joint Pain Relief and Increased Mobility
A joint is where the ends of two or more bones come together, such as your knee, elbow, hip, or shoulder. If your joints ache, you may have already [...]