Prevention
August is National Immunization Awareness Month
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National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) highlights the importance of vaccinations for people of all ages. With the new school year starting, it is a great time to get your family caught up on their routine vaccinations.
July is National UV Safety Month
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Each July we take the time to try to raise awareness about the danger of Ultraviolet (UV) rays and encourage our patients to take steps to protect their skin and eyes. Here we will learn what UV radiation is, where it comes from, why UV exposure can be harmful, and how to protect yourself from…
Men’s Health Month
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Each June we celebrate Men’s Health Month. The main goal of Men’s health month is to raise awareness in men and boys about preventable health problems and encourage proactive behaviors that can increase the early detection and treatment of diseases. With Father’s Day on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to encourage the men in…
Why Safe Sex is Still Important with PrEP
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PrEP is short for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. It is used by HIV-negative people to reduce the risk of contracting HIV. This once-daily pill is an FDA-approved prescription medication sold under the name Truvada®. When taken as prescribed, PrEP is shown to be over 90% effective against HIV transmission. Although highly effective in reducing the risk of…
Gout is a Pain in the Toe
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Maybe you have heard someone complain about gout, or perhaps you are feeling pain in your toe and are wondering – What is gout? Gout is a common form of arthritis in which small crystals form inside and around the joints. During a flare-up people with gout experience a sudden attack of swelling and severe…
Get Moving to Celebrate Older Americans Month
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May is Older Americans Month and you can get moving and celebrate by being active. We all know that exercising and staying active is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. In addition to helping us to stay at our optimal weight, an active lifestyle also improves heart health, increases bone strength, adds to better…
