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Beware of Cough Medicine

Sun, 07 Jan 2018 10:41:53 +0000

Giving your child cough medicine seems like a natural and smart decision, and it is. You hear your little one coughing like they have the plague, and so you grab whatever you can find in the cabinet, whip out a spoon and tell your child to open wide. But be careful — you might be […]

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Are Extra Pounds Weighing Down Your Immune System?

Mon, 01 Jan 2018 20:48:04 +0000

It probably comes as no surprise that losing weight and getting healthy is high on the list when it comes to New Year’s resolutions. And like so many promises we make to ourselves, it’s usually easier said than done. At American Family Care clinics, we see the effects of obesity every day. High blood pressure, […]

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Stop the Flu in its Tracks

Wed, 27 Dec 2017 20:37:20 +0000

‘Tis the season . . . don’t worry: we know that the holidays have passed, but flu season is still in full swing! In fact, it is reported that during in the 2017-2018 season flu activity has been greater than in prior years. That’s why it’s critical for people to be on the lookout for […]

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Resolution Solutions For the New Year

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 20:31:46 +0000

As we inch toward the new year, American Family Care physicians have been talking with patients about lifestyle changes that can help them feel healthier. It probably comes as no surprise that these discussions mirror some of the top New Year’s resolutions — eating better, exercising regularly, and quitting smoking to name a few! But, […]

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Talk to Your Kids About Flu Prevention

Tue, 12 Dec 2017 20:21:54 +0000

Parents are being warned that their sweet little angels may actually be the face behind the flu. For a number of reasons, young children are generally more likely to spread the virus than are adults. Children usually have more contact with others, are undeniable germ magnets and tend have weaker immune systems, making them easy […]

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Common Flu Myths & Why They Are So Dangerous

Mon, 11 Dec 2017 18:52:35 +0000

The much-dreaded flu season is here, which means it’s time to protect yourself against the virus and common myths that surround it. Every year these misconceptions surface and spread, well, like a virus. Flu myths such as these are equally as harmful as they are false, so don’t let misinformation about the flu and the […]

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What Happens When You Get the Flu Vaccine

Mon, 04 Dec 2017 20:17:27 +0000

Winter months are setting in and flu season is ramping up. The easiest (and most effective) way to fight off the flu is to get your flu shot! Unfortunately, there are quite a few misconceptions about how the flu vaccine functions and the important role it plays in protecting your body. How the Flu […]

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5 Tips for Staying Healthy During Winter Sports

Sun, 03 Dec 2017 18:43:55 +0000

Winter sports are fun but not always the safest activities. If you imagine yourself careening down a hill towards another skier or skating on the rink and then getting nailed by a hockey puck – well, you can probably see how and why plenty of cold-weather athletes wind up seeing a doctor unexpectedly. And you […]

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How to Prepare for Inclement Weather

Mon, 27 Nov 2017 17:43:28 +0000

A storm is brewing. Are you ready? Even if you’re reading this when the skies are sunny and blue, chances are, sooner or later, you’re going to be confronted with inclement weather. Maybe you live in a part of the country that’s visited by hurricanes or tornadoes. Perhaps you live in a snowbelt. If you’re […]

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National Diabetes Month

Fri, 10 Nov 2017 16:13:13 +0000

November is National Diabetes Month, an event designed to bring attention to diabetes and the impact this disease has every day on millions of Americans. According to the American Diabetes Association®, Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the U.S. In 2015, 30.3 million Americans suffered from diabetes, and approximately 1.5 million new […]

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