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5 Health Upgrades to Make in the New Year
The new year is a great time to upgrade your health. But you don’t have to overhaul your entire life to do so. Learn some realistic health upgrades you can make in the New Year that can boost your wellness.
Jan 9th, 2025
4 Ways Winter Can Affect Diabetes

4 Ways Winter Can Affect Diabetes
It’s not you, it’s the dropping temperature. Find out how winter and cold weather can affect diabetes so you know how to stay in control.
Dec 10th, 2024
Can I Pass Diabetes to My Children?

Can I Pass Diabetes to My Children?
Diabetes runs in families, and you can pass a genetic predisposition for diabetes to your child. But not all children with a family history of diabetes develop the disease. Learn about genes, diabetes, and how to protect your child’s health.
Jul 26th, 2024
Ask These Questions at Your Next Physical

Ask These Questions at Your Next Physical
Your physical is a great time to get the answers you need so you can take better care of your health. Go in prepared, and be sure to ask these questions at your next physical. 
Apr 10th, 2024
Who’s at Risk for Type 1 Diabetes?

Who’s at Risk for Type 1 Diabetes?
Type 1 diabetes is less common than Type 2, but rates of diagnoses are on the rise. Are you at risk? Learn more about Type 1 diabetes and factors that put you at risk.
Mar 2nd, 2024

Can You Eat Your Way to Better Brain Health?
Did you know your brain consumes more energy than any other organ in your body? What you eat affects brain function. Learn how you can eat your way to better brain health.
Feb 2nd, 2024
How to Manage Your Whiplash Symptoms

How to Manage Your Whiplash Symptoms
Recovery from a whiplash injury takes time, but you can get relief from your symptoms. Learn how you can manage your whiplash symptoms while you recover.
Nov 1st, 2023
5 Ways to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

5 Ways to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Are you at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes? Maintaining a healthy weight and exercising regularly are some of the ways you can prevent it. Find out what other lifestyle changes you can make to lower your risk of Type 2 diabetes.
Oct 1st, 2023
What to Expect From Your Presurgical Evaluation

What to Expect From Your Presurgical Evaluation
Your presurgical evaluation is a lot like any physical exam, but may include additional tests to evaluate overall health and assess heart and lung function. Learn more about the presurgical evaluation and what to expect.
Sep 1st, 2023
5 Things You Can Learn From Your Annual Physical

5 Things You Can Learn From Your Annual Physical
Do you want to know what your future health looks like? Are you looking for a dietary supplement to boost your well-being? You can get the answers to your questions and learn so much more about your personal health at your annual physical.
Aug 1st, 2023
Understanding Your Blood Pressure Reading

Understanding Your Blood Pressure Reading
You may get your blood pressure checked at every health visit, but do you know what the numbers mean? Find out more about why your health provider regularly checks your blood pressure and what your readings mean.
Jun 1st, 2023
These Are the Conditions We Can Treat Via Telehealth

These Are the Conditions We Can Treat Via Telehealth
Chronic diseases like diabetes, acute illnesses like the flu, and mental health conditions like depression are all treatable through telehealth. Learn more about the benefits of telehealth and conditions you can get treated remotely.
May 2nd, 2023
How Diabetes Affects Your Feet

How Diabetes Affects Your Feet
Diabetes affects many parts of the body, including the feet. Without prompt care, foot problems in people with diabetes can turn into serious complications. Learn how diabetes affects your feet so you know when you need to take action.
Apr 1st, 2023
Hurt on the Job? We Can Help with Workers’ Comp

Hurt on the Job? We Can Help with Workers’ Comp
If you’re hurt on the job, the last thing you want to do is tough it out. Getting medical care right away is essential for getting better. Learn more about why immediate medical care is essential for workers’ comp.
Mar 1st, 2023
The Role of Insulin in Your Overall Health

The Role of Insulin in Your Overall Health
Insulin helps your body use energy from the food you eat. When you don’t make insulin or it doesn’t work like it should, you can develop serious health problems. Click here to learn more about the role insulin plays in your overall health.
Dec 1st, 2022
Common Chronic Diseases We Can Help With

Common Chronic Diseases We Can Help With
Chronic diseases are complex and usually don’t fix themselves. But you can take back control of your health and disease when you have the right help. Click here to find out what can help you manage your chronic disease.
Oct 1st, 2022
Why Regular Physical Exams Are Important

Why Regular Physical Exams Are Important
Why see your doctor when you’re not sick? Because it’s the best way to keep yourself from getting sick. Click here to learn more about why regular physicals are important.
Sep 1st, 2022
Questions You Should Ask Your Doctor

Questions You Should Ask Your Doctor
When it comes to your health, your doctor is your best resource for getting the right answers to your personal health questions. Click here to learn what questions you should ask your doctor.
Aug 1st, 2022
Tips for Managing Your Diabetes in the Heat of Summer

Tips for Managing Your Diabetes in the Heat of Summer
Did you know diabetes makes you more sensitive to the summer heat? It’s important to take care of your health all year when you have diabetes, but summertime requires special attention. Click here for some tips on how to manage your diabetes.
Jul 1st, 2022
Why and When to Consider a Virtual Appointment

Why and When to Consider a Virtual Appointment
If getting to the doctor’s office is sometimes too much of a hassle, then you might want to consider a virtual appointment. Meeting with your health provider remotely is becoming more mainstream.
Jun 1st, 2022
What Does a Presurgical Evaluation Include?

What Does a Presurgical Evaluation Include?
Preparing for surgery is the best way to ease anxiety and fear related to your upcoming procedure. A presurgical evaluation is part of this preparation process. What does this exam include? Click here to find out.
May 5th, 2022
5 Major Benefits of Switching to Concierge Medicine

5 Major Benefits of Switching to Concierge Medicine
You deserve personalized medical care, but traditional doctor’s offices can be frustrating. Concierge medicine takes a different approach. By prioritizing doctor-patient relationships, you enjoy higher-quality care. Learn the benefits here.
Apr 21st, 2022

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine
Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.
Feb 20th, 2024