How to Help a Loved One Suffering From a Mental Illness

You may be someone who feels helpless at the sight of a loved one suffering from a mental illness. It may be especially painful for you and them around the holidays. Luckily, there are plenty of ways you can help your loved ones through their difficult times. Educate Yourself on Mental Illness Befor...

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What to Look for When Choosing a Primary Care Physician

Whether you’ve recently moved to a new area or your insurance coverage has changed, finding a family physician can be challenging. In fact, finding a family health center that provides care for your entire family may feel like an uphill battle. If you’re looking for quality health services but a...

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Why Getting a Flu Shot this Fall Matters

Each fall, doctors recommend that everyone over the age of six months gets a flu shot. Flu shots are considered preventive medicine and are available at any family clinic, family health center, or pediatric clinic. Flu season runs from October through May, and in 2019, the peak flu months were Febru...

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4 Great Foods to Eat When You Are Sick and 4 to Avoid

We’re well into the start of school and fall, which also means it’s also time for flu season. If you have yet to get your flu shot, be sure to do so soon, both you and your entire family! But even before or after getting a vaccination, there’s always the possibility of catching a cold... View ...

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3 Phrases You Should Never Say to a Loved One with Depression

When someone we love is struggling with depression, our natural instinct is to want to reach out and help them. Showing the right kind of support can help people with depression feel understood and begin to receive the care they need for this chronic mental condition. If your spouse, child, friend, ...

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6 Reasons Why Women Especially Need a Routine Physical Exam

Do you really need to see a family physician every single year? Who even has the time for that, especially if you feel the same as you did when you came into a family clinic for your last appointment? We’re here to tell you, though, that annual physicals and other preventative health exams can be....

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5 Questions You May be Afraid to Ask Your Family Physician

You’re not alone if you feel embarrassed or uncomfortable asking certain questions to a family physician. Certain questions may seem a little too personal or awkward to bring up while others may seem unimportant and not really worth their doctor’s time. But that’s what a family practice doctor...

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4 Ways You Can Start Today to Manage and Lower High Cholesterol

High cholesterol is a chronic condition that affects almost ⅓ of all adults in the United States. Yet many individuals live without testing their cholesterol levels or continue with unhealthy habits that may cause serious and sometimes dangerous complications. Keep in mind, though, that not all ch...

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When is a Cold a Cause for Concern?

We refer to the cold as “common” because of its widespread reach every cold and flu season, but sometimes there’s nothing common about it. Should symptoms persist or worsen longer than the general time frame for a cold, they may be indicating a more serious problem. You won’t need to see a f...

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