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Working Closely With Your Doctor

After I was diagnosed with a serious medical condition a few years back, I knew I was going to need to stay in close contact with my doctor to report any new symptoms. I started paying attention to my health and working hard to understand my symptoms. The changes seemed small at first, but after only a few weeks I could tell that it was working well. I was able to zero-in on symptoms that were growing worse and treat them before they caused me any real discomfort. This blog is all about working closely with your health care provider.

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How Can A Doctor Help You Manage Arthritis Pain?

Posted on 15 July 2020

There's no one single cause for arthritis. Certain types of arthritis are caused by a gradual wearing of the joints, leading to a painful condition where bones grind against one another. This form of arthritis is called osteoarthritis, and it commonly affects seniors. Other types of arthritis, like rheumatoid arthritis, are caused by an autoimmune disorder. All types of arthritis can cause joint damage and pain when left untreated. Fortunately, there are effective treatment options for patients of all ages. [Read More]

How Addiction Recovery Clinics Help Those Who Suddenly Develop An Opioid Addiction

Posted on 25 March 2020

Prescription opioids are heavily used throughout the medical world and are a powerful way to manage acute pain. Unfortunately, these drugs also have a very high potential for addiction, even in those who use them properly. This danger is one that can be hard to predict and manage and may occur in just about anybody. Therefore, it is critical to get help from a high-quality addiction treatment center. These professionals can help to address the problem and manage it before it becomes life-threatening. [Read More]

4 Times When You Really Need To Call An Ambulance

Posted on 18 December 2019

Some health conditions are emergencies, but ones that can wait an hour or two while you ride to the hospital in someone's car. Other health conditions are another level of emergency altogether — they warrant calling an ambulance for the fastest and best service. Here are four situations in which you should absolutely call an ambulance rather than taking your chances with other transportation methods. Chest Pain Chest pain can be a sign of a heart attack or a blood clot in the lungs. [Read More]

First Pregnancy? 3 Reasons You Need A Doula On Your Labor And Delivery Team

Posted on 10 August 2019

Now that you're pregnant, you're probably wondering whether you should work with a obstetrician or a midwife — or both. However, there's one more member of your healthcare team that you might have forgotten about. If you haven't hired a doula to work with during labor and delivery, now's the time to do that. You may be thinking that you can wait until you're closer to your due date, but that's not the case. [Read More]