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Which Vaccinations Do I Really Need?
Dr. Amra ResicGetting the COVID-19 vaccine is a priority, but it’s still important to get all of the vaccinations your family doctor…
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Unsure About the COVID-19 Vaccine? Talk to Your Family Doctor
Dr. Jennifer HannaYour family doctor can provide trustworthy information about the COVID-19 vaccine and other recommended immunizations.
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Don’t Miss Your (Flu) Shot
Dr. Michele ZaworaOlder adults are at higher risk of flu complications, so it’s important for them to get the flu vaccine every…
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Living With Diabetes: How a CGM Can Help
Dr. Cate BuleyUsing a continuous glucose monitoring system (CGM) can help some patients who have diabetes keep their blood glucose level from…
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You Don’t Have to Handle Dementia Care Alone
Dr. Jason R. WoloskiWhen a loved one has dementia, your family doctor can be a trusted resource and partner in their care.
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Family Doctors Are a Consistent Presence in Challenging Times
Dr. Christine KhandelwalWorking as a palliative care doctor has shown me how important a trusted family doctor is when patients face a…
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The Doctor Will See You In Person Now
Dr. Cate BuleyTelemedicine lets you access medical care without leaving your home. But it isn’t the right choice for every visit with…
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Is There a “Right Way” to Take My Medicine?
Dr. Ramon O. Parrish, Jr.By giving specific, easy-to-understand instructions, I help my patients get the most out of their medicines and avoid problems.
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Trusted Help for Worsening GERD Symptoms
Dr. Katherine BebenDon’t assume you’re fine if something doesn’t seem quite right. The earlier your family doctor can address health problems, the…
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Could Stress Be Causing My Symptoms?
Dr. David SchechterStress affects everyone. Some stress can be caused by good things in your life, such as an interesting project, a…
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Chronic Headaches Are a Pain
Dr. Jennifer HannaIf headache pain is getting in the way of your daily activities, it’s time to see your family doctor.
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Depression Is Common and Treatable
Dr. Michael BevinsWhen a patient is diagnosed with depression, I’m trained to provide care that ranges from prescribing antidepressants to helping them…
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Hope After a Life-Changing Diagnosis
Dr. Michael StefanowiczFrom diagnosis through ongoing treatment, I help my patients who have HIV live longer, healthier lives and avoid passing HIV…
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I’m Pregnant! What’s Safe to Eat?
Dr. Karlynn SieversRecently, my patient Jennifer (not her real name) came in for a prenatal visit. She had been trying to get…
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Hiding in Plain Sight: Diagnosing Hypothyroidism
Dr. Tania MathewA new patient thought her symptoms were just part of getting older. By taking time to ask the right questions,…
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My Aching Joints! Is It Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Dr. Shweta AkhouriIf you’re having joint pain, tell your family doctor. Treating early can help prevent or reduce lifelong disability.
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Doc, Do I Have the “Stomach Flu”?
Dr. Shilpa MehtaFor healthy adults, the symptoms of gastroenteritis are usually mild. In most cases, you don’t need to see a doctor…
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“Bee” Careful! What To Do If You Get Stung
Dr. Meagan VermeulenUnless you are allergic to the venom of bees, wasps, or hornets, you probably won’t need to see your family…
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When a “Chest Cold” Is Something More
Dr. Shilpa MehtaYou probably know the feeling of having cold symptoms that move from your head into your chest. Many people call…