Stress Management Through Deep Breathing Exercises
Change, even when positive, can create stress in our bodies. During this time of unprecedented change as we operate amid the COVID-19 crisis, our routines are disrupted and an overall…
Seniors
Endocrinology: Time-Saving Message for Current Patients
We are always looking for ways to help our patients make the most of the time we spend with them. Downloading the data from your insulin pump or continuous glucose monitor (CGM) before your next…
Should I Get a Flu Shot?
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that all individuals over six months of age receive an annual flu vaccine, with very rare exceptions. Despite this, many people choose not…
Actor’s tragic death sheds light on colorectal cancer risk
Passing at just 43 years of age, the tragic death of Chadwick Boseman as a result of colon cancer has hit hard. The talented actor, known for iconic movie roles…
Myth busting heart disease for Gen Xers
We have all seen the commercials for medications designed to lower blood pressure and cholesterol. Happy, silver-haired couples walking near a lake, or playing with their grandchildren. If you can’t…
Dr. Anne Barnard: A Colonoscopy to Smile About
As a medical practice, we promote screening colonoscopies in those 50 and older because they save lives. Though patients are asleep for the actual procedure, the preparation before a colonoscopy…
Surprise Symptoms of Heartburn
Heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux, in which stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, which can be very painful. Heartburn is a very common condition that affects nearly…
5 Things Women Should Do to Stay Healthy
Though it’s highly preventable and treatable, more than 11,000 women in the United States are diagnosed each year with cervical cancer. In honor of National Cervical Health Awareness Month, here…
Learning to Live With Type 2 Diabetes
You have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes…now what?! This new diagnosis can be overwhelming at first, but with lifestyle changes and support, from your healthcare team, you can manage…
Beating the Winter Blues
Follow these health tips to help boost mood, reduce stress and ease anxiety: Turn on the tunes. Listening to music can elevate your mood, increase motivation/efficiency and aid in relaxation.…