Category: Our Health

It’s Healthy Lung Month

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Never before has the health of our lungs been more on our minds than this year. We learned of the devastating and tragic effects of COVID-19 on the lungs, then the fires in the western states brought dangerous air quality to millions. Sadly, both of these threats are still with us.

Advancing Alzheimer disease research during a pandemic

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This is a special guest post by Dr. Suzanne E. Schindler, a neurologist with special interest and training in neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer’s disease.

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Summer Rashes and Fungus

Heat and humidity combine to cook up a prime environment for several skin conditions related to sweating that can make us very uncomfortable.

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It’s National Breastfeeding Month!

While not every mom can breastfeed exclusively for the recommended 6 – 12 months, as health care providers we try to encourage as much breastfeeding as possible and provide resources.

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COVID-19 and My Gynecologist

Can I go to my gynecologist right now? Is it safe during COVID-19?

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The Bugs of Summer – Avoid the Bites

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Tiny Vampires We are gathering carefully outdoors more than ever this summer in order to stay COVID-safe. And who else likes to have a meal outside on a warm evening? Mosquitos. All they want is a little of your blood, but what they leave behind under your skin is an unwelcome parting gift –their saliva. […]

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