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COVID-19 Vaccine and Pregnancy
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant and wondering whether the COVID-19 vaccine is safe for you and your baby, the good news is it is. According to scientific data pregnancy increases your risk of a severe COVID-19 infection and
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Complete Guide to Flu Vaccines
The best way to protect yourself from the seasonal flu is with the flu vaccine. Read our complete guide and…
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The Doctor Will See You In Person Now
Telemedicine lets you access medical care without leaving your home. But it isn’t the right choice for every visit with…
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When a “Chest Cold” Is Something More
You probably know the feeling of having cold symptoms that move from your head into your chest. Many people call this a chest cold. The medical term for it is “acute bronchitis.” Bronchitis is an inflammation (or irritation) of the airways. Airways are the
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Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a medicine people can take before coming into contact with HIV that can prevent them from…
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Flu Risks and Chronic Conditions
Chronic health conditions can increase your risk of being hospitalized with influenza (the flu). Getting an annual flu vaccine is…
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Is There a “Right Way” to Take My Medicine?
By giving specific, easy-to-understand instructions, I help my patients get the most out of their medicines and avoid problems.
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Doc, Do I Have the “Stomach Flu”?
For healthy adults, the symptoms of gastroenteritis are usually mild. In most cases, you don’t need to see a doctor…
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Could Stress Be Causing My Symptoms?
Stress affects everyone. Some stress can be caused by good things in your life, such as an interesting project, a new baby, or an upcoming vacation. Other times, stress is caused by difficult situations, such as losing your job or getting divorced. No matter
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Developing a Care Plan
Everybody has a health history. It’s important to record this history all in one place. This is done with complete…
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How to Treat Common Household Injuries
Cuts, scrapes, and even burns are common household injuries. Most of the time, these injuries are minor and can be…
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Trusted Help for Worsening GERD Symptoms
Don’t assume you’re fine if something doesn’t seem quite right. The earlier your family doctor can address health problems, the…
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I’m Pregnant! What’s Safe to Eat?
Recently, my patient Jennifer (not her real name) came in for a prenatal visit. She had been trying to get pregnant for several months. When she finally got a positive result on a home pregnancy test, she and her husband were thrilled. During the
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“Bee” Careful! What To Do If You Get Stung
Unless you are allergic to the venom of bees, wasps, or hornets, you probably won’t need to see your family doctor if you get stung. A sting will be painful and annoying, but otherwise pretty harmless. Most of my patients only have mild
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Are Aching Joints a Symptom of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
If you’re having joint pain, tell your family doctor. Treating early can help prevent or reduce lifelong disability.
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Depression Is Common and Treatable
When a patient is diagnosed with depression, I’m trained to provide care that ranges from prescribing antidepressants to helping them…
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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.
