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Hiding in Plain Sight: Diagnosing Hypothyroidism
A new patient thought her symptoms were just part of getting older. By taking time to ask the right questions,…
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Chronic Headaches Are a Pain
If headache pain is getting in the way of your daily activities, it’s time to see your family doctor.
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Medical Marijuana
While doctors are investigating the pros and cons of medical marijuana, some research shows it may have a positive impact…
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You Don’t Have to Handle Dementia Care Alone
When a loved one has dementia, your family doctor can be a trusted resource and partner in their care.
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Adolescents and Young Adults: Getting the Preventive Services You Need
Get an early start on good lifelong health by learning about the services and advice your family doctor can provide…
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Living With Diabetes: How a CGM Can Help
Using a continuous glucose monitoring system (CGM) can help some patients who have diabetes keep their blood glucose level from…
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Backpack Safety
Kids carry a lot in their backpacks: homework, books, lunch, jackets, sports equipment. But fully loaded backpacks come with risks…
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Vibrio Vulnificus Infection
Vibrio vulnificus is a type of bacteria found in warm seawater and contaminated shellfish. It can cause flu-like symptoms and…
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Which Vaccinations Do I Really Need?
Getting the COVID-19 vaccine is a priority, but it’s still important to get all of the vaccinations your family doctor…
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familydoctor.org Flu Toolkit
This digital messaging guide helps family doctors fight the spread of seasonal influenza.
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Intrauterine Device (IUD)
An intrauterine device (IUD) is a form of birth control that prevents pregnancy by damaging or killing a man’s sperm…
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Scarlet Fever
Scarlet fever is a bacterial infection that usually effects children between the ages of 5 and 15. It can be…
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Stretching
Stretching is one of the best ways to keep your muscles healthy. Stretching regularly will maintain muscle strength and increase…
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Rotator Cuff Exercises
Your rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that attach the bones of your shoulder. Overusing your rotator…
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Tourette Syndrome and Tics
Tourette syndrome is a movement disorder that causes a person to make repeated, uncontrolled twitches, movements, or sounds. It starts…
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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) references a group of symptoms often experienced up to 14 days before menstruation (period).
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Shortness of Breath
Shortness of breath happens when you cannot get enough air into your lungs. It can be caused by asthma, lung…
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Effects of Early Sun Exposure
There is a direct link between sun exposure and most skin cancers. The ultraviolet (UV) rays in sunlight are invisible…
