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Skin Cancer Prevention & Awareness Month

Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the U.S. The good news is that it is one of the most preventable cancers. Every May we take the time to spread the word about how to protect our skin and catch skin cancer or abnormalities in...

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World Lupus Day

In addition to being the month of graduations and summer vacation planning and barbeques, May is also Lupus Awareness Month. In fact, accord...

Tinnitus Awareness: Understanding the Condition and Knowing When to Seek Help

Tinnitus is a condition that affects millions of people of all ages. Tinnitus can be described as a ringing, buzzing, humming, or whooshing ...

What is a Sports Physical?

A sports physical, formally called a preparticipation physical evaluation (PPE), is a medical examination designed to assess whether it’s sa...

Is It a Cold or the Flu?

Both the common cold and the flu are viral illnesses that affect the upper respiratory tract. Both enter the body through the mucous membran...

Understanding Chronic Cough

A cough is something most of us have experienced at one point or another. Whether it is triggered by a cold, seasonal allergies, or simple i...
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April is Stress Awareness Month: Understanding and Managing Stress

Stress is a natural response to challenging situations, but chronic stress can significantly harm both physical and mental health. April ser...
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American Diabetes Alert Day: Why Early Detection Matters for You and Your Family

Every year on the fourth Tuesday of March, the American Diabetes Association observes American Diabetes Alert Day a reminder that diabetes o...
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What to Know About Strep Throat

Sore throat is a common symptom that brings many people into the office. One of the concerns patients have is strep throat. It’s a bacterial...
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National Sleep Awareness Week

Daylight savings time begins at 2 am on Sunday March 8, 2026. Immediately afterwards is National Sleep Awareness Week, observed from March 8...