Diabetes is a chronic condition that is one of the primary causes of blindness, kidney failure, heart attack, and stroke across the world. There are two major types: type 1 and type 2 diabetes. The main distinctions between the two are their causes and methods of management. Understanding the type Read More
Primary Care Physician
What Is the Difference Between Acute and Chronic Care?
When you’re not feeling well, the last thing on your mind is whether you’re experiencing an acute or chronic condition. You just want your doctor to diagnose your illness and restore your health as quickly and effectively as possible. However, the healthcare you receive will often depend on Read More
Preventing Heat Stroke during the Summer
While the summer season allows us to enjoy various outdoor activities, it is also the time of the year when we experience extreme heat—so much so that it puts us at risk of heat stroke. Its symptoms include a high body temperature (104 F), rapid breathing, flushed skin, vomiting, and altered mental Read More
Foot Fitness Tips for Active People
If you spend a lot of time on your feet and on the go, it’s practically inevitable that you’ll experience foot or ankle pain at some point. However, by strengthening your foot muscles with exercise and stretches and using the right footwear, you can prevent soreness, increase the range of motion Read More
Why It’s Important to See Your Primary Care Physician Regularly
Many patients only see their doctor if there’s something wrong, such as chronic pain or an injury. While you should indeed see a doctor for those reasons, it’s even more important to have regular checkups in order to maintain good health and to catch things early – before they develop into something Read More
Why There Is a Flu Season and How to Prevent It
Influenza, or the flu, is more than just fever, aches, coughs, and a sore throat. It’s not just a nuisance that keeps adults home from work and children home from school as it runs its course within a week or two. The flu can last for much longer than that and can come with many complications – it's Read More
Primary Care Providers vs. Urgent Care
Your primary care provider is the first person to call when an unexpected health issue arises. After all, most people establish a long-term relationship with their general practice doctor and staff. But, because illness can strike at any time of the day or night – not just during regular office Read More
Can Your Primary Care Physician Help Your Osteoarthritis?
When you’re in pain or have any type of healthcare situation, who’s the first medical professional you turn to? For many people, it’s their primary care physician. After all, your primary care doctor can usually diagnose your condition and set you on the right course. If they cannot, he or she Read More
Preparing for an Echocardiogram
An Echocardiogram (ECG) is a well-known test performed by primary care physicians and cardiologists to assess a patient’s heart health for both preventive (as in annual physical check-up) and treatment (for cardiovascular disease) purposes. An echocardiogram is an ultrasound test that evaluates Read More
What is the Role of a Primary Care Physician in Your Healthcare
Primary Care Physicians fill an important role in modern healthcare. Studies have consistently shown that patients with a dedicated primary care physician live longer, and have better overall health than those who do not. This is not really all that surprising since the role of a primary care Read More
