Vaccination is Your Best Protection Against Measles
You have probably heard about the measles outbreaks happening in certain areas of the United States. These outbreaks continue to expand and one confirmed death from measles has been …
Medical Mythbuster: Eating Meals at Different Times Each Day Won’t Affect My Sleep
Believe it or not, an inconsistent mealtime schedule really can affect the quality of your sleep. This is because both your appetite and metabolism influence your circadian rhythm. Your …
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Five Myths about Colorectal Cancer
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. This is a good time to talk about some of the common myths people have about colon and rectal cancer. Myth 1: If …
February is Heart Month! Here’s 5 Ways to Improve Your Heart Health.
Chances are, you’ve known a friend or a family member who has had a heart attack or heart disease. According to the American Heart Association, approximately 48% of Americans …
Is it a Cold or Strep Throat?
By Kia McCarthy, NP Department of Pediatrics We’ve all experienced the feeling of a sore throat when we are sick with viruses, including the flu, colds, or COVID-19. However, …
It’s Respiratory Illness Season – Don’t Forget Your Vaccines!
It’s that time of year…when the flu, COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses like RSV are spreading throughout our community. Catching both the flu and COVID-19 is possible, so you …
Reliant Makes it Easy to Get Your Flu Shot!
Receiving a flu shot does more than just protect you, it also helps protect those around you. Vaccination is especially important for protecting those at high risk for serious …
Don’t Forget Your Flu Shot this Year. Schedule an appointment in MyChart!
The flu is a serious illness that should never be taken lightly. The best way to protect yourself (and your loved ones) is with a simple flu shot. This …
Get your flu shot and take charge of your health.
Schedule an appointment with your PCP’s office or book directly through MyChart. The flu shot helps keep your loved ones, family and community safe from the flu. Even healthy …
Proper Vaccination Has Never Been More Important
By Dr. Dan Slater Chair, Pediatrics & Associate Chair, Primary Care August is National Immunization Awareness Month, an annual observance to remind people of all ages about the importance …
Eating More Omega-3 Fat-Rich Food Can Help Ease Your Arthritis Symptoms
By Arash Mollaeian, MD RhMSUS Division of Rheumatology If you suffer from arthritis, you know that a painful joint can really affect your daily life. This is why people …
Heatstroke Can be Deadly. Learn What Signs to Watch For.
Heatstroke is a very dangerous condition caused by the body overheating. A person suffering heatstroke requires immediate treatment because it can be life-threatening. Learn more about the key warning …
What Color is a Healthy Tongue?
By Dr. Ravi Menon Department of Internal Medicine Have you looked at your tongue lately? It can tell you a lot about your health. A healthy tongue is colored …
Taking Too Many Pain Relievers Can Be Dangerous
By Kenneth Kronlund, MD, FACP Associate Medical Director, Quality and Risk Management Most people occasionally take pain relievers whether for a headache, back pain, arthritis or other problems. However, …
How Long Will It Take Me to Get Fit Again?
By Linda Dylewicz, PT Director of Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine It can happen to almost anyone. You work hard at the gym, do some jogging, put some time in …
Five Healthy Swaps for Sunday’s Big Game
We all know that our favorite game-day dishes are not always the healthiest choices. Here are a few simple swaps that can satisfy your taste buds while making your …
65 or Older? Avoiding Serious Respiratory Illness is as Easy as 1-2-3!
COVID-19 and other dangerous respiratory viruses are active and spreading in our community right now. If you are age 65 or older, you have a higher risk of being …
5 Tips on Avoiding Illness During Holiday Travel
By Maegan Pollard, MD Department of Family Practice Few things are more frustrating than getting sick over the holidays, especially when traveling away from home to visit with family …
How Vulnerable People Can Stay Safe During Respiratory Illness Season
By Dr. Kenneth Kronlund Department of Internal Medicine The risk of having a dangerous COVID-19 or flu infection increases with age and for people with serious health conditions. …
Vaccination Can Prevent Serious Illness from COVID-19, the Flu and RSV
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) expect both the flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections to rise this fall and winter. Catching more than one …
Play it Safe with Your Medications
As we get older, we often need to take more and more medications. While medications often help us live longer and healthier lives, they can also be dangerous if …
What to Expect at Your Annual Wellness Exam
By K. Ahmed Hussain Department of Internal Medicine Your annual wellness exam with your primary care provider is a great way to catch potential health problems early and help …
Understanding the Refill Renewal Process
Getting a prescription renewed after you run out of refills often takes more time than people think. So, we wanted to share how the process works to help make …
Medical Mythbuster: Is “Ozempic Butt” an Actual Medical Problem?
Chances are, you’ve heard of Ozempic and similar medications such as Wegovy that have been all over the news and social media recently. Ozempic (semaglutide) is an injectable drug …
Can walking just 11 minutes a day really lower your risk of death?
According to a new study of physical activity, disease risk, and mortality, the answer is yes. The findings showed that just 11 minutes of exercise per day can lower …