When Counting Sheep Isn’t Enough
There’s an Irish proverb that says, “A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor’s book.” As doctors, we can hardly argue with this wisdom. Unfortunately, the latter is increasingly ...
Sprains, Strains, and Breaks – Oh No!
While much of the country is encased in ice and snow, February and March are when Arizona residents come out to play. Arizona is famous for our hiking trails, and hiking options abound all throughout ...
What’s Your Thyroid IQ?
For being such a small gland, the thyroid packs a big punch. Located at the base of the neck, the thyroid function affects the kidneys, liver, skin, brain, and heart. Needless to say, if the thyroid i ...
5 Small Changes You Can Make TODAY to Improve Your Heart Health
Did you know that February is National Heart Health Month? We couldn’t pass up this opportunity to pay homage to this amazing organ. Your heart is arguably the most important, and the most incredible, ...
RSV, Influenza, or COVID? Oh My!
If there’s one set of questions that we get asked over and over again at our Fountain Hills medical clinic, it’s, “How do I know if I have _________ (name your respiratory illness)?” We’ve found that ...
How Diabetes-Savvy are You?
We couldn’t let November pass by without taking special note of it being Diabetes Awareness Month. With about 1 in 10 people in America having a diabetes diagnosis, and 1/5 of those being unaware that ...
Urgent Care or Emergency Care? Here’s How to Choose
They’re not pleasant scenarios: You’ve had an accident and sustained a significant injury. Or your loved one has become seriously ill. Or you’re experiencing a medical issue and you’re not sure whethe ...
RSV On the Rise
Move over, COVID. It’s time for another virus to demand our attention. Respiratory syncytial virus, more commonly known as RSV, is making headlines across the country as infection rates rise dramatica ...
Can Living Near an ER Save Your Life?
When looking for a new neighborhood to move to, are you taking all the important factors into consideration? Sure, everyone looks for good schools, proximity to stores and parks, and great safety rati ...
Preventing Prostate Cancer
This month we’re talking to you, men. September is Prostate Cancer Awareness month, and we welcome this opportunity to spread the word, clear up misconceptions, and arm you with the knowledge you need ...
