by slmainc | Feb 9, 2019 | Health Tips
Diabetes refers to a group of relatively common disorders that are characterized by high blood sugar levels over long periods of time. Managing the disease is relatively simple, but it does require some knowledge and lifestyle changes. We think it is important for...
by slmainc | Feb 6, 2019 | Health Tips
Chest pain can be a serious problem, but it doesn’t always indicate a heart attack. We often see patients who have chest pain due to angina, which occurs when the heart isn’t getting enough oxygen. We think it’s important for everyone to know the...
by Jonathan Carothers | Dec 31, 2018 | Health Tips
Donating blood goes a long way in saving lives, but it can also lead to some discomfort or side effects for the donor. Taking the right steps after donating can help to prevent problems. Why Donate? Hospitals require stores of donor blood every day because they need...
by Jonathan Carothers | Dec 31, 2018 | Health Tips
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month – one of the most common cancers among women. While the risks for cervical cancer are often unknown by most people, in some instances, there are preventative steps that can be taken. Understanding Cervical Cancer The...
by Jonathan Carothers | Dec 31, 2018 | Health Tips
With the new year, many people often set resolutions to lose weight. While many lifestyle factors contribute to weight gain, there are also underlying medical issues that can make it more difficult for some people to lose weight. A person’s weight is largely the...
by Jonathan Carothers | Dec 19, 2018 | Health Tips
The holidays are coming up and, for those who have children you know what that means: toys, toys and more toys. There are several toys that require batteries in order to operate so we want to be sure that parents and caretakers are aware of the risk associated with...
by Jonathan Carothers | Dec 9, 2018 | Health Tips
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common yet serious medical issue that everyone should understand and be aware of the causes. Many people who suffer from it can go for years without displaying any symptoms, so it is vital to understand how to prevent it and...
by Jonathan Carothers | Dec 2, 2018 | Health Tips
GERD, also called acid reflux, is a fairly common problem among our patients. Most people will only experience it every once in a while, but some suffer from it much more frequently. GERD came become a serious problem that requires treatment. GERD is so common that we...
by Jonathan Carothers | Nov 20, 2018 | Health Tips
During the holiday seasons, incidents of stress and depression typically spike. The mixture of financial strain, extra work, and dealing with increased expectations and commitments can lead to increased stress. Fortunately, there are plenty of healthy ways to deal...
by Jonathan Carothers | Nov 12, 2018 | Health Tips
Influenza is one of the most common diseases, so it’s natural that people have a lot of questions about it. In an effort to help you stay educated on the topic, we have created an outline of flu FAQ to make sure you will be prepared during this flu season. What are...
by Jonathan Carothers | Nov 7, 2018 | Health Tips
We see many people suffer from food poisoning every year. Most of the cases are fairly mild, but the worst of them can be much more serious, or even fatal. The real tragedy is that most of those cases could have been prevented through proper hygiene in the kitchen and...
by Jonathan Carothers | Sep 25, 2018 | Health Tips
Breast cancer screening tests are used to identify signs of cancer before any symptoms or warning signs appear. Screening tests allow us to detect cancer in its earliest stages, so that we can begin treatment when it offers the best chance of success. Breast cancer...
by Jonathan Carothers | Sep 15, 2018 | Health Tips
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Suicide claims thousands of lives every year, and we, at SLMA, think it’s important to try to shrink that number. The key to solving a problem is understanding it, so we encourage everyone to learn about suicide and the...
by Jonathan Carothers | Sep 5, 2018 | Health Tips
We all want to have healthy, beautiful skin, but our lifestyles often make that difficult. Fortunately, there are quite a few things that we can do that improve our general health and protect our skin at the same time. Most of them take quite a bit of effort, but the...
by Jonathan Carothers | Sep 5, 2018 | Health Tips
Car crashes are among the leading causes of death for young children. One of the best way to keep your child safe is to make sure you match your child to the appropriate car seat. That can be more complicated than it looks, so it is best to take your time, do your...
