Blog Posts in October, 2019
The Importance of Describing Your Pain
When an injury or chronic pain occurs, the first thing most patients will experience is a doctor asking them to “describe the pain.” Though this might seem like just another unnecessary section of ...
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Contact Sports and Your Joints
Whether you’re a student-athlete or play pick-up games on the weekend, there is always a chance you can suffer a joint injury when participating in contact sports. Playing sports, like football and ...
Reducing Your Breast Cancer Risks
In the United States, 1 in 8 women will develop invasive breast cancer throughout her lifetime. With October marking/being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, now may be the best time to discuss how women ...
Don't Miss These Important Routine Screenings
It can be quite overwhelming to understand when to get tested for what. As we age, the list of routine tests can seem never-ending, but keeping on top of these tests can lead to early detection and ...
How Your Gender Affects Your Health
When it comes to health issues and risks, gender can play a more significant role than many realize. Though a well-balanced diet and healthy weight is essential for everyone, certain diseases can ...