Sneeze the day: cold vs. flu season FAQ
As temperatures drop and we spend more time indoors, cold and flu season arrives like an unwelcome house guest. Each year, millions of people face the discomfort and disruption of…
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After you flush FAQ: how to tell if you have a hemorrhoid
Hemorrhoids are one of the distinct displeasures in life that are often experienced but rarely discussed. While hemorrhoids are not usually a serious medical condition, they can significantly impact one’s…
Tryon Medical Partners patient? 4 tips to help keep your personal information safe
With Kathryn (Katie) Dever, JD, MBA, CHC, Tryon Medical Partners Our health is the most important asset we have, and yet even that might not be safe from the possibility…
High blood pressure 101: the silent threat
In the symphony of our bodily functions, high blood pressure often strikes a dissonant chord, subtly influencing our well-being until it crescendos into a serious health concern. This silent threat,…
Menopause affecting your physical and sexual health? Laser treatment may be the answer
Although menopause has been getting more media attention lately (“menopause is having a moment” being a new catch phrase), many women are still trying to find relief for the physical…
New treatment options for uterine fibroids
Are you one of the 70% of women with uterine fibroids? Many women may not even know they have fibroids, which are benign muscle tumors in the uterus. But for…
Vaccine FAQs – COVID-19, flu, and RSV
Tryon registered medical assistant Donna Ferguson (right) administers a vaccine to patient services specialist Brooke Knudson (left) to help her avoid serious illness during the 2023 upper respiratory virus season.…
Asthma: What it is and who’s at risk
In the world of respiratory health, asthma is a significant challenge affecting 1 in 13 people in the United States. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, asthma…
Value-based medicine: What’s in it for Tryon patients?
You may have heard the term “value-based medicine” and (like many healthcare terms), not fully understood its meaning. That’s for good reason, unless you pay close attention to the rising…
Men’s health matters: the crucial role of primary care
Although healthcare is important for everyone, interactions with medical care can differ largely depending on your gender. According to the Centers for Disease Control, women are 33% more likely to…