Finding the Right Primary Care Doctor for Your Needs
In our last blog post we spoke at length on the importance of having a primary care doctor and noted all of the reasons you need to have a point person to provide continuity of care for long-term health and wellness. Now let’s take a look at what to look for in a primary care […]
The Importance of Having a Primary Care Doctor
Convenience is king in our crazy hectic lives these days. Unfortunately, it’s taking a toll on the way we take care of ourselves physically, both on a day-to-day basis, and also when we get sick. More and more often people are choosing to go to urgent care facilities instead of seeking care from primary care […]
Incidences of Shingles Are On The Rise, Here’s How To Avoid It
With approximately 1 million cases of shingles happening every year in the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control estimates that one in three people will end up developing shingles during their lifetime. The varicella zoster virus, which is the virus responsible for chicken pox can reemerge decades after you are rid of the chicken pox […]
Plaque Psoriasis: The Rash That Didn’t Go Away
According to a study by the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) around 7.4 million adults are affected by psoriasis in the U.S. and while there are actually five different types of psoriasis you can be affected by, we will concentrate on the most common form of psoriasis, known as plaque psoriasis. The […]
Stem Cell Therapy Provides Relief from Joint Pain and More
Osteoarthritis affects 30 million people nationally. It’s the kind of wear and tear arthritis that those of us who are active and love sports and physical activity tend to get as we get a little older. Let’s face it, even if you are not someone who’s into adrenaline-fueled sports, chances are good that the regular […]