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What Healthy Blood Cells Mean for Your Body…

If your doctor orders a Complete Blood Count (CBC), you may be wondering what the test is used for. What information will it reveal?…

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September 14, 2022

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What is Checked in a Hearing Test?

Hearing is often a sense that is taken for granted…until something doesn’t sound right. Maybe it’s a ringing in the ears or a noticeable…

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August 24, 2022

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What Tests are Done to Check Cholesterol?

While cholesterol is necessary for keeping your body healthy, too much can be a precursor for serious health problems. Knowing your cholesterol level is…

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August 17, 2022

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My Baby Won’t Breastfeed

Breastfeeding is a natural process, but that doesn’t mean it comes easily for everyone. Both mother and baby have a learning curve to overcome…

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July 28, 2022

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Why Would a Doctor Order an Ultrasound of my Gallbladder?

The gallbladder is a small organ directly below the liver. The gallbladder stores bile made by the liver, secreting it into the intestines as…

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July 14, 2022

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How is Anemia Diagnosed?

It’s easy to chalk fatigue up to poor sleep, stress or the constant hustle and bustle of daily life. Sometimes though, fatigue can have…

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June 23, 2022

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Can Ultrasound Detect Gallbladder Problems?

Many people will live their whole life without thinking of their gallbladder, but for others the gallbladder will become a source of chronic discomfort…

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June 9, 2022

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How is Pediatric Care Different?

A family physician is trained to care for the medical needs of any age group, from the first days of life into adulthood and…

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May 27, 2022

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What causes skin lesions on the body?

Skin lesions can take time to develop or practically appear overnight. If you find a skin lesion on your body, you may be wondering…

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May 13, 2022

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How Do You Get Rid of Skin Lesions?

Skin lesions can be unsightly, uncomfortable or unsafe. Whether you want to remove skin lesions for cosmetic or health reasons, there are several ways…

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April 23, 2022