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  • Patient and doctor sitting down for counseling session

    Alzheimer's Disease

    Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that is most common in people over the age of 65. There is… likely begins with many small changes in the brain. This typically starts long before any symptoms are noticeable. Over time, these changes add up. Eventually,…

  • Senior man holds his hand to his throat in pain

    Dysphagia

    Dysphagia is a swallowing disorder that can result from multiple causes… to reduce your risk of occasionally having trouble swallowing is to eat slowly, eat small bites, and chew your food well. In addition, treating acid reflux early can help lower your risk of developing…

  • Vegan Diet: How to Get the Nutrients You Need

    Vegans do not eat animal products or any foods that have animal sources. When done right, a vegan diet can… candies and sprinkles. Casein is a milk product sometimes found in protein shakes. Whey is a dairy product. It appears as an additive in a…

  • Close up of a child's cleft lip

    Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate

    Cleft lip and cleft palate are birth defects that happen when a baby’s lip or mouth don’t form correctly early… for special cleft teams and centers throughout the United States. Living with cleft lip or cleft palate Over time, most children need added treatment to…

  • pregnant woman having an ultrasound

    Ultrasound During Pregnancy

    A fetal ultrasound is a test that uses sound waves to create an image of your unborn baby on a… doctor needs to get a better look at your baby. They include: Transvaginal ultrasound.A transducer is placed in the vagina in addition to or instead of being…

  • Senior man with lower back pain

    Chronic Pain Medicines

    Chronic pain can last from 3 months to many years. Medicines to treat it include pain relievers, antidepressants, and… Weight gain Itching or swelling Narcotics Doctors rarely prescribe narcotics or opioids to treat chronic pain. This is because they are highly addictive. Currently, there is…

  • Family doctor using a stethoscope to examine a little girl in the arms of her mother.

    Choosing a Family Doctor

    A family doctor is trained in all areas of medicine to take care of your whole family. Choosing the right… A family doctor is one who takes care of the whole family. Many doctors train in a specialty area of medicine. However, family doctors are…

  • potty chair on a rug surrounded by children’s toys

    Toilet Training Your Child

    Toilet training is a major milestone in your child’s life. Learn tips on how you can successfully train your child… Children go through many milestones as they grow. One of the biggest—for them and for you—is learning to use the toilet. Parents often have questions…

  • Young woman holding nose spray near her nose, ready to use it

    Nasal Sprays: How to Use Them Correctly

    Nasal sprays are liquid medicines you spray into your nose to help relieve congestion. Using nasal sprays the correct way… Nasal sprays are liquid medicines you spray into your nose. They are used to help relieve congestion (stuffiness) in your nose. Congestion is often a…

  • Intermittent Fasting

    Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern. You fast during a certain period of time each day. You then eat during… You may have heard of the term intermittent fasting. It’s a popular topic nowadays. Some people talk about it when looking for a way…

  • Child Safety: Keeping Your Home Safe for Your Baby

    If you have a baby in your house, you need to make sure they stay safe. You may need to… If you have a baby in your house, you need to make sure they stay safe. Children don’t understand danger. And as they grow,…

  • New Year’s Resolutions You Can Actually Keep

    Typically, the excitement of New Year’s resolutions lasts until sometime around the mid February. Make this the year that you… Nearly half of us make New Year’s resolutions every December 31. We resolve to do all sorts of things in the coming year. Most often,…

  • Ovarian Cyst

    An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac in or on a person’s ovary. It is very common. Many times, these… Overview What is an ovarian cyst? An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac in or on a person’s ovary. The ovaries are part of the…

  • close-up of an elderly man’s hands on top of a cane with a caregiver’s hand on top

    Parkinson’s Disease

    Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder that affects the nervous system and causes tremors, slowed movements and stiff muscles… What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a kind of movement disorder. It affects the nervous system and causes problems with muscle movement. It is…

  • Hope After a Life-Changing Diagnosis

    Dr. Michael Stefanowicz

    From diagnosis through ongoing treatment, I help my patients who have HIV live longer, healthier lives and avoid passing HIV… One of the most challenging parts of being a family doctor is giving a patient a life-changing diagnosis. It’s a delicate tightrope to walk…

  • Managing Your Child’s Medicine

    Children get sick with everything from the sniffles to ear infections to other less common illnesses. When these happen, you'll likely take them to the doctor. Your doctor may give your child medicine to make them feel better. Here are some things you…

  • Pregnant woman uses dumbbells to exercise

    Exercise During Pregnancy

    Exercise offers many benefits during a normal, uncomplicated pregnancy. Talk to your doctor before starting an exercise program while… For most people, exercise is beneficial to overall health and wellness. This includes pregnant people. If you are healthy and your pregnancy is typical (not…

  • Rape

    Rape is any form of sexual activity that you don’t agree to. It can range from being touched to being… Note: The National Sexual Assault Hotline, 1-800-656-4673, is available 24 hours, 7 days a week. Rape is any form of sexual activity that you don’t…

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