July 2020

Types of Anemia

By |2022-03-25T11:07:07-05:00July 30th, 2020|Daily Living, Internal Health, Physician Blog, Wellness & Nutrition|

You’ve been feeling tired and weak for months. You’ve even had fainting spells. After running some tests, your doctor tells you that you are anemic. Anemia is a condition in which your body’s tissues aren’t getting enough oxygen, because you lack healthy red blood cells. Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia worldwide. [...]

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Hurricane, Tornado, and Storm Safety

By |2022-03-25T11:07:25-05:00July 29th, 2020|Daily Living|

Summertime is here, bringing sun, fun, and well… storms. To prepare for the season, here are a few storm facts and storm safety tips. Just know that you have a top-rated emergency room close by on Seawall Blvd for any emergency care needs.  When Do Hurricanes and Tornadoes Occur? Tornadoes can occur anytime during the [...]

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What Causes Ringing Ears? How Do I Stop It?

By |2022-03-25T11:16:51-05:00July 22nd, 2020|Daily Living, Internal Health, Wellness & Nutrition|

You’ve been having a high pitched ringing in your ears on and off for the past few months. You go to an ear specialist to have your ears checked, but tests come back inconclusive. You're left wondering what’s going on and what you can do to stop the ringing. Although the cause of ringing or [...]

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June 2020

3 Fast, Healthy Breakfast Ideas

By |2022-03-28T16:10:06-05:00June 23rd, 2020|Daily Living, Wellness & Nutrition|

Summertime is here. And just because you're most likely working from home doesn't mean you have loads of time to make meals. Because you want to start the day off right, finding easy breakfast meals will help reduce stress in your day. But because you still want to choose foods that will nourish your body, [...]

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Which Sweeteners Are Bad For You?

By |2022-03-28T16:39:22-05:00June 11th, 2020|Daily Living, Wellness & Nutrition|

Obesity, dental issues, and type 2 diabetes mellitus have many Americans looking to cut out processed sugar from their diet. But let’s face it, we all need our sweet fix from time to time. With many artificial sweeteners to choose from, we can reduce our calorie count without completely sacrificing the treats we love. But [...]

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Father’s Day 2023 – Longview-Inspired Gift Ideas and More

By |2023-05-15T15:12:38-05:00June 10th, 2020|Daily Living, Holidays|

June 18th is Father’s Day, the day that we celebrate the wonderful men in our lives. This is the one day where fathers are the center of attention and get spoiled and loved a little extra.  Here are a few ideas on ways to celebrate Father’s Day 2023: Let him sleep in and serve his [...]

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Why Social Distancing is Still Important

By |2022-03-28T16:43:08-05:00June 1st, 2020|Covid-19, Daily Living, Virus & Respitory|

As we enter into what seems like the 20th month of surviving the coronavirus, some states are beginning to open back up. Residents can get back to doing some of the things they did before the quarantine. Unfortunately, even as cities lift restrictions, it’s important for everyone to continue to social distance. The last thing [...]

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May 2020

Can’t Sleep?

By |2022-03-28T17:10:33-05:00May 25th, 2020|Daily Living, Wellness & Nutrition|

Getting enough sleep is an essential part of our daily life. It is important for managing stress and keeping you healthy.  In fact, the amount a person gets can make a huge impact on a person’s overall health. Unfortunately, many people do not get enough each night. In these times of heightened stress and anxiety [...]

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Side Effects of Ibuprofen

By |2022-03-28T17:20:11-05:00May 20th, 2020|Daily Living, Internal Health|

Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) medication that can be bought over-the-counter or prescribed by a doctor. It is usually a go-to medication for many. It can be used to reduce pain and swelling and help with fever reduction. But in higher doses, it can be used for more severe pain such as rheumatoid arthritis, [...]

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Toy Safety: How to Determine Which Toys are Safe for Your Child

By |2022-04-07T12:13:00-05:00May 19th, 2020|Children & Youth, Daily Living|

Paint chips, choking hazards, burns— there are lots of things to watch out for when you have little ones. Luckily, parents have become more educated about toy safety. But because kids today have more toys than ever, it can be challenging to stay on top of which toys are safe and which aren’t. Fortunately, most [...]