Five Flu Vaccine Myths — Busted!
Sheldon Riklon, M.D., UAMS Family Medicine PhysicianThe best way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated every year. However, myths about the flu shot often cause people to skip it. For National Flu Vaccination…
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UAMS House Call: Trouble Seeing – Near or Farsightedness
What is the difference between farsightedness and nearsightedness? Farsightedness (hyperopia) and nearsightedness (myopia) are classified as refractive errors. Astigmatism (blurred or distorted vision at all distances) is also a refractive error. Refractive errors are the…
UAMS House Call: Cold Weather and Illness
Why do we get sick during colder weather? When the temperature drops, your body goes through changes that may impact how it fights diseases and illnesses. When cold and dry air is breathed in, blood…
Northwest Arkansas Council and Groundwork
Northwest Arkansas ej eddōkḷọk wōt. Jej aolep ej jokwe e im eñjake iakwe, aiboojoj, im eobrak kōn tōmak im ṃanit ko. Meñe ej pād ilo ilo Bentonville, ak Fayetteville, Roger ak Springdale, ak ijoko jet…
UAMS House Call: Eating Healthy During the Holidays
How can I maintain a healthy diet during the holidays? The holidays can be a tough time for many trying to manage good eating habits. There are gatherings at home and at work. People are…
UAMS House Call: Parkinson’s Disease
What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative brain condition that affects the nervous system and parts of the body controlled by the nerves. Neurons (nerve cells in the brain) slowly break down and…
Ozark Roots: Hardy Plants for a Changing World
Northwest Arkansas’ climate is changing, with temperatures warming and storms and dry spells intensifying now and into the future. Native plants in gardens, parks and open spaces are a powerful part of climate adaptation. Ozark…
New Majuro Sports Team Raises Interest in Soccer for Marshallese Worldwide
Riiti ilo Kajin Majel: Juon eṃṃakūt ikijjien Soccer ilo RMI The Marshall Islands Soccer Federation (MISF) are scouting for US-based players, coaches, and administrators to help them achieve their goal of competing internationally. Shem Livai…
Are vaccines on your back-to-school list?
September Public Health Column written by Sheldon Riklon, M.D., UAMS Family Medicine Physician The back-to-school season means getting everything ready for your kids to have a successful year, and there’s one thing that should be…