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How can I prevent osteoporosis?

Article Osteoporosis Bone Bone Strength Calcium Calcium Deficiency Osteoporosis

Last week we talked about osteoporosis, including risk factors and complications.  This week, I wanted to talk about things that you can do to try to prevent osteoporosis.  We will also talk about ways that it can be treated, if it does develop, in order to decrease the risk of complications. As I mentioned last […]


What are the risk factors and complications of osteoporosis?

Article Bones & Joints Osteoporosis Bone Bones Fragile Bones Osteoporosis Vitamin D Deficiency

Osteoporosis is a medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile as a result of loss of tissue.  This is typically a result of hormonal changes, or deficiency of calcium or vitamin D.  The complications of osteoporosis, including hip fractures and spinal fractures, can cause significant disability.  We’ll talk today about this condition, […]


What healthy drinks should I offer my children?

Article Pediatrics Children Children Diet Healthy Healthy Diet Healthy Drink

Recently four major health organizations came together to support the first-ever consensus recommendation about healthy drinks for kids. There are so many drinks available in stores these days, and many of them are advertised as kid’s drinks. Unfortunately, many drinks that are advertised for kids are not actually healthy for kids. I know it was […]


How do I prevent poison ivy rash?

Article Dermatology The Emergency Room Flaky Skin Itchy Itchy Skin Poison ivy Poison Ivy Prevention

Last week we talked about poison ivy and some of the ways that you can be exposed to it.  This week, we’ll talk about how to prevent a poison ivy rash, and how to treat it once you have it. How can you prevent a poison ivy rash? Avoid the plants – Learn to identify […]


Is poison ivy dangerous?

Article Dermatology The Emergency Room Itchy Skin Poison ivy Poison Ivy Prevention Rash

We may not typically think of poison ivy this time of year.  It really seems like more of a summer worry.  However, it’s the time in which we are usually doing a lot of yard clean up.  You can be exposed to poison ivy raking leaves, picking up brush, stacking firewood, or even bringing firewood […]


How can I manage chronic pain and fatigue?

Article Pain Management Chronic Fatigue Chronic Pain Exercise Fatigue Pain Cycle

There are millions of Americans who suffer from chronic pain and/or chronic fatigue.  If you are one of them, exercise is very likely the best solution to improve, or better manage, your symptoms.  Wouldn’t it be great to be able to do all of your normal daily activities and not have to worry so much […]


What are the symptoms and the treatment for gout?

Article Internal Medicine Neurology Arthritis Gout Gout Diagnosis Gout Risk Factors Gout Symptoms

Last article, we talked about the symptoms and causes of gout.  This week, we’ll talk about the diagnosis and treatment of gout, including dietary changes.  My husband has had gout for many years, so I am very familiar with the dietary triggers for gout flares! If you have symptoms, how is the diagnosis of gout […]


What is gout?

Article Internal Medicine Neurology Arthritis Gout Gout Risk Factors Gout Symptoms Joint Pain

Gout is a complex form of arthritis.  It typically causes sudden, severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness, and tenderness in the joints.  The most common joint affected is the base of the big toe.  Most patients will have episodic flares, with little or no symptoms between flares.  There are ways to manage this condition and […]


When should I get my flu shot?

Article Public Health Respiratory Health Flu Flu Shot Flu Symptoms Vaccination Vaccines

Last week, public health officials urged Americans to get their flu shot early this year.  Let’s talk about the reason for the warning, and whether you should get a flu shot. You may not realize that influenza viruses are constantly mutating and changing.  Because of this, the strain of influenza virus that is common this […]


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