How have people compared covid-19 and influenza? “Just like the flu” was a way for people who wanted to minimize the seriousness of the SARS-CoV-2 disease to say that they thought lockdown measures were excessive. Groups of experts started discussing the potential evolution of SARS-CoV-2 into something more “flu-like” as the pandemic spread. This was …
Bronchitis accounts for 10 million offices visits a year in the United States. Most the time, patients are diagnosed with an acute case that is caused by a virus. These cases often go away on their own in few weeks. In other circumstances, patients suffer from chronic bronchitis, a form of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary …
DOT Physicals are necessary in order for commercial drivers to get the commercial driver’s license (CDL) renewed. Without a visit to a certified medical examiner, commercial drivers may experience significant delays in their DOT physicals and their trucking career. Thankfully, preparing for a DOT physical is a straightforward process where patients can ensure the examiners …
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Most people think of their annual physical when the term “primary care” comes up. While it’s true that primary care providers perform annual physicals for their patients, it is important to know that these providers provide other additional healthcare services. Primary care physicians can provide additional health and wellness screenings, preventive exams, and administer seasonal …
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Cold and flu season came in with a vengeance this year, hitting nearly the entire United States at the same time and breaking records left and right. The CDC has reported this year’s flu season as “widespread,” affecting 49 states, with 1 in 13 hospital visits being flu-related. Sadly, some of these record-breaking statistics …
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the flu has been widespread throughout the nation, raising concern for many healthcare professionals and experts. While the flu is treatable and usually non-lethal, people in high-risk groups are more exposed to the flu with complications and potential health threats. To better prevent catching the flu, please take …
You may want to dive in head first into your new exercise regime, but sometimes it’s best to consult your doctor before you start this new lifestyle. Regular exercise can help you control your weight, strengthen bones and muscles, and reduce your risk for chronic health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and more. …
At the stroke of midnight, you probably had a handful of New Year’s Resolutions to whip you into better shape. But now that we are a few weeks into the new year, you’re lacking the motivation to start working toward your goals before another year passes by. Why are resolutions so difficult …
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It’s not uncommon to hear about urinary tract infections (UTIs), especially in women. About one in five women will have at least one UTI, while some have the infection chronically, and make frequent doctor’s office visits. There are multiple variations of a UTI, depending on which part of the urinary tract is affected, including the kidneys, …
