Smart Practices for Safe Sun Exposure

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May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month but, no matter what time of year, prioritizing the health and safety of your skin every day is essential. As the summer months barrel toward us, the sun will take its time sinking and overexpose us to its rays and potential skin problems. You can protect yourself from skin …

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Warning Signs of Melanoma

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Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. It originates from the skin-pigment-producing cells in the body. Preventive measures are the most important safeguard against any type of skin cancer. Being proactive through regular checkups – especially if you are experiencing any warning signs of melanoma – as well as early detection allow for …

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Preventing Asthma Flares in Spring

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The side effects of springtime can be difficult for many people to endure, even though they want to be outside in the sunshine and beauty of a world that is waking up from winter. Excess pollen, blooming trees, blossoms, and weather fluctuations trigger asthma sufferers especially. Asthma is a chronic condition, and springtime can cause …

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Pretty Trees, Pretty Yucky Springtime Allergies

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Spring is here, flowers are blooming, and Mother Nature is waking up after a long rest. Her beauty isn’t the only thing in bloom though. Developing right alongside those blossoms that are so tempting to touch and inhale is allergic rhinitis. Many people experience different degrees of this common condition, also known as hay fever …

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Chronic Conditions: Get Through Spring Eczema Flare-Ups

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Spring is a season that plenty of people look forward to, except maybe those who suffer from eczema. This chronic condition commonly poses flare-related challenges at this time of year and, as a dedicated family medicine physician, I want to highlight some topics that could bring you relief as your skin goes through the changing …

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Do You Have Symptoms of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?

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Many women struggle every month because of a painful menstrual cycle. For some women, though, the hurdles of their period are extreme because they are living with a chronic condition known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). This common endocrine disorder requires ongoing medical management to treat and stabilize, and the first step is an accurate …

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Have You Had a Colorectal Cancer Screening?

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Colorectal cancer screenings save lives. Early detection of colon cancer allows for early intervention when treatment is most effective. Colorectal cancer is the second deadliest cancer in the United States – but it is preventable. Screenings may seem like an inconvenience at the time, but a screening is easy compared to the alternative. The Importance …

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Digestive Disorders: Spotlight on Crohn’s Disease

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Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes chronic inflammation of the intestinal tract. Once diagnosed, this condition must be managed for a lifetime to keep it in check and prevent other health complications from developing. Symptoms of Crohn’s Disease Crohn’s disease is a digestive disorder and condition of the gastrointestinal tract that can …

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Kidney Disease Awareness and Prevention

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Our two kidneys are incredible organs that work around the clock for us, so let’s take a little time to discuss the kidneys during National Kidney Month and increase awareness of the signs and symptoms of kidney disease. The Challenge in Diagnosing Kidney Disease Each day, the kidneys filter blood to remove waste and help …

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Diagnosis and Pain Management of Endometriosis

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Endometriosis can affect many women and often goes undiagnosed for many years. As many as one out of 10 women who are of childbearing age may be affected by endometriosis. In cases of endometriosis, tissue that is like what is contained inside the uterus can grow outside of the uterus in areas like the ovaries, …

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