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…
When football is back and people are buying pumpkin spice everything, it means flu season is right around the corner. Last year, more than 700,000 people were estimated to have…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
