BASS Health & Medicine Blog

Medical expertise, health tips, and wellness advice from Northern California’s top specialists.

Cashier handing a thermal paper receipt, a common source of BPA and BPS exposure.

Health Education

Are Receipts Toxic? The Truth About BPA and BPS Exposure

Many receipts contain BPA or BPS, chemicals linked to hormone disruption. Learn the risks and how to reduce exposure.

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Featured Posts

Farm workers wearing face coverings in a dusty field to protect themselves from airborne particles.

Health Education

August 1, 2025

Valley Fever Cases Hit Record High in California (2025)

Health Education

April 27, 2025

Why Did I Suddenly Lose My Sense of Taste or Smell?

Health Education

December 19, 2022

Debunking the Myth: Can You Sweat Out a Fever?

Health Education

November 7, 2022

Feeling Off Balance Lately? Here's What That Could Mean

Recent Posts

Primary Care

May 26, 2023

SARS Explained: What It Is, How It Spread, and Whether It’s Still a Threat

Lifestyle

May 26, 2023

Should You Wear Ear Plugs at Concerts?

Protecting Your Hearing Without Missing the Music

Health Tips

May 26, 2023

Chronic Pain Relief: What Treatments Work Best?

Health Education

May 26, 2023

Warning Signs of Heart Failure: What You Shouldn’t Ignore

Health Tips

May 26, 2023

8 Potential Tests and Treatments for Snoring

Health Education

May 26, 2023

Signs You Might Have A Ruptured Eardrum

Recognize the Symptoms Early and Know When to Seek Help

Close-up of safe ear wax removal tools used by an audiologist.

Health Tips

May 25, 2023

How to Properly Clean Ear Wax Without Damaging Your Eardrum

Learn how to safely clean ear wax without cotton swabs or ear candles. See safe methods, when removal is needed, and when to visit an ENT or audiologist.

Neurology

May 1, 2023

Is Your Facial Pain a Sign of a Neurological Disorder?

Illustration of the digestive tract with highlighted inflammation, representing symptoms of Crohn’s disease vs. ulcerative colitis.

Health Education

May 1, 2023

Crohn's Disease vs Ulcerative Colitis: Understanding the Differences

Learn the key differences between Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, including symptoms, risks, and treatment options. See when to seek expert care.