Health Updates & News
New Guidelines for HPV from the CDC
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The CDC has now updated their guidelines for the HPV vaccine for children between 10 and 11 years old. Instead of three vaccinations, now adolescents at that age should receive just two doses, at least six months apart. The CDC has made this recommendation based on the latest research on the efficacy of the HPV […]
MyFitness Pal
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A Brief Review of MyFitnessPal One of our favorite apps is MyFitness Pal. For best results, we suggest using it in conjunction with our Brittany, our Registered Dietician. She works under close medical supervision to help you reach your health goals. Even if you are not enrolled, keeping an accurate food journal has a variety […]
Medicare and Chronic Care Management
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MEDICARE and Chronic Care Management: How can we help YOU? Are you a MEDICARE beneficiary? Do you have a condition that requires you to take a medication regularly or make regular visits to the clinic for management or exacerbations? CHRONIC conditions such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, asthma, high cholesterol, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder)/emphysema do […]
LGBT Immunization Sheets
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Men that have sex with men face very specific healthcare challenges. There are several vaccines that can help reduce the LGBT community’s heightened risk factors. This handout that we are able to provide you with should help your provider know which vaccines to schedule you for, and it should also help you to keep up […]
Important Information for Mothers and Children
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As a family practice, one of our main priorities is to make sure that women and their families are well taken care of. Our office not only works to ensure that women’s urgent medical needs are met, but to provide referrals to outside agencies and businesses that may be able to improve our patients’ quality […]
How to Keep Track of Your Supplements & Medicines
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Doctors need to know everything you take on a daily basis, even if it’s just over the counter medicine or a handful of “all natural” supplements. Supplements should be taken only under the direction of your healthcare provider. Most supplements at vitamin shops and at the drugstore aren’t as readily absorbed or even as well […]
Common Misconceptions About Calling Our Triage Line
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If you’ve had a test and are awaiting your results, you deserve to know them as soon as possible. You also will want to talk through your results with a licensed medical provider who can help you take the next step. When you call the River Bend office and ask for your results, we may […]
Childrens’ Vaccinations
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One of the best things you can do for your children is make sure that you have the necessary or recommended vaccines. Use these PDFs to help guide you in making sure your child has the correct vaccinations at the correct age: Babies’ Immunization Guide Vaccinations for Infants & Children