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05/30/2026

There are many types of Lupus that affect women of childbearing age (ages 15 to 44 years). Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is the most common type of lupus and is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks its own tissues, causing widespread inflammation and tissue damage in the joints, skin, brain, lungs, kidneys, and blood vessels.

Lupus can affect almost any organ in your body. The symptoms of lupus also differ from person to person. Symptoms come and go and tend to have flare ups. Some of these symptoms include muscle or joint pain, fever, rash, chest pain, sun, light sensitivity, kidney problems, mouth sores, prolonged or extreme fatigue, anemia, memory problems, blood clotting, and/or vision problems.

05/26/2026

May is Arthritis Awareness Month. It is believed that more than 23.7% of the population, approximately 53.8 million people are affected by arthritis. Some of the more common types of arthritis are rheumatoid arthritis, gout, rheunatoid arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis. Specific symptoms vary depending on the type of arthritis, but usually include joint pain and stiffness.
Osteoarthritis is a joint disease where the tissues in the joint break down over time. It is the most common type of arthritis and is also a degenerative joint disease. It affects hands, knees, hips, shoulders, back, or neck. This condition can affect anyone of any age as a result of joint injury, abnormal joint structures or genetic defects in the joint.

Common symptoms include joint pain, stiffness, swelling and changes in how the joint feels or moves, limited movement, in some cases, feeling unstable or shaky.

05/22/2026

It’s that time of the year again… sneezing, coughing, runny nose, congestion, shortness of breath. Did you know that asthma and allergies are related? According to the Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America, more than 27 million people in the U.S. have asthma. There are a number of things that the provider looks at to determine if you have an allergy in addition to testing. If you have asthma or any of these symptoms, call today for an appointment.

05/19/2026

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05/16/2026

Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease that is hereditary between parents, children, and siblings and can occur at any age. It is estimated to affect 1 in 100 people worldwide, but only about 30% are properly diagnosed. If left untreated, it can lead to serious health conditions including iron deficiency anemia, osteoporosis, lactose intolerance, gallbladder disease, heart disease, infertility, miscarriage, malnutrition and vitamin deficiencies among many other health conditions. You must see a healthcare provider to be diagnosed and additional testing is often required. If you suspect that you may have a gluten intolerance, talk to your healthcare provider or contact our office.

04/28/2026

Mental health counseling is a great way to think out loud. It allows you the opportunity to gain insight, develop strategies and real life solutions with the help of a professional counselor. Professional Counseling helps! Many people worry about the stigma or how others will comment or react to finding out they have a mental health counselor. I am more concerned about the person who needs it and refuses to use it because of what people will say. We have many available resources to maintain and manage our health, our stress, our weight, and anything that we want in this life. If we do not use the tools and resources that we have, we run into problems. Counselors are a resource and tool that you can use to help you grow, develop and build a healthier you. With proper health interventions, screenings and sometimes counseling, you can improve your quality of life. Call today so we can discuss how to help you.

04/24/2026

This month we highlight and bring awareness to the importance of getting tested and screened for various Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI). You cannot look at someone and see that they have an STI. Protect yourself and get the facts. Some STIs are curable and ALL are treatable. Some of these conditions if left untreated can cause problems with fertility and pregnancy. Some people prefer not to know but not knowing can cause serious illnesses or even death. You cannot manage or treat a health condition that you don’t know about and not all of these infections or diseases have cures. It’s important to get checked. Call today for an appointment.
-GetYourselfTested

04/21/2026

Everyone deals with some sort of stress either mental, emotional, or physical. Stress is a feeling you get when faced with some challenges and you feel like you do not have the tools to handle what’s happening. It can be good or bad, short or long term and even affect your sleep. How we manage our stress is even more important than what the stressor is. Learning how to manage stress can keep your mental and emotional stress from showing up as physical signs or symptoms of illness which will happen if you just ignore. Stress can cause, anxiety, depression, fatigue, stomach symptoms, raise your blood pressure, change your breathing, or many other symptoms and health conditions.

04/17/2026

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. During this time, we encourage you to get the facts, get screened and get regular dental and health screenings to raise awareness about oral cancer, promote early detection, and encourage people to take steps to prevent the disease. The American Cancer Society estimates that there will be over 58,000 new cases of oral cancer in the United States in 2023.
The 5-year survival rate for oral cancer is around 68%. Early detection and treatment can significantly improve the chances of survival.

It is important to be informed about oral cancer and take steps to protect your oral health. By raising awareness and promoting prevention, we can help reduce the incidence and impact of these diseases.