Doctors must complete a four-year undergraduate degree program, spend another four years in medical school and then complete residency training which, depending on specialty, can extend from three to seven years. That is a total of up to fifteen total years of study. Is it any wonder they speak in a relatively foreign tongue to the rest of us? Many professions have...
With the temperatures heating up, many of us will be spending more and more of our time outside. The summer is a great time to really enjoy the outdoors. A lot of us take this opportunity to swim, boat, hike, camp, and more. However, as fun as all this outdoor summer activity is, there is a threat that lurks around the proverbial corner. Heat exhaustion is a...
We all recognize the telltale shakiness of full-blown Parkinson’s Disease generally associated with old age, but what about the initial onset? How can you tell if you might have the disease? One single symptom alone does not mean that you have or are beginning Parkinson’s. If you are experiencing multiple symptoms, it would be wise to consult your...
Chicken Pox, a virus known as Varicella, often affects children but if you haven’t been exposed during your childhood, you are still at risk as a teen or even adult. The more advanced your age, generally the rule holds true that the more advanced it coincides with the severity at which you will experience symptoms. Meaning – it is far better to catch the Chicken Pox as a...
The annual wellness exam can last from a half hour to an hour depending on your health and your physician. It will start with a personal HRA (Health Risk Assessment). This includes health history, family health history, and head to toe physical exam. Your doctor will take note of any physical complaints or maladies you currently have as well. The family history can be...
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