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Reading sunscreen labels can seem like staring at alphabet soup-SPF, UVA, UVB- but what does it all mean and what actually matters? SPF stands for sun protection factor and is a measure of how long a sunscreen
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Are you a “pain in the neck”? – Trends in Mechanical Neck Pain
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In general, neck pain is a result of trauma / injury, poor posture (sitting, standing, while we sleep, through activity), degeneration, and various diseases. The primary types of neck pain tend to fit into four categories: mechanical (musculotendinous,
Should I Get Another Bivalent mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine?
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Individuals age 65 years of age and older and those who are immunocompromised may now receive one additional bivalent booster at least 4 months following their initial bivalent booster. The language from the FDA and CDC here is
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Pediatric seasonal allergies are a common concern for parents, affecting millions of children each year. With spring and summer just around the corner, it’s important to know what to look out for and what treatment options are available
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Lung cancer is one of the most common types of cancer affecting millions of people a year. One of the most significant developments in cancer research is the identification of genetic mutations that drive the development of lung
The Village Doctor Newsletter – Week of April 3, 2023
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Welcome back Dr. Jackie! I’m happy to share that Dr. Phillips (aka Dr. Jackie) has returned from her maternity leave (baby #3!) and it has been a treat having her smile and energy back in the office.
The Village Doctor Newsletter – Week of March 3, 2023
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Beep, beep, beep, GO! Have you ever wondered what it is like in that moment before a big race? What goes through your mind? Anxiety? Confidence? Fear? Excitement? A mix of all of the above? Or perhaps nothing,
Top 5 Tips to Boost Your Workout with Food
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What you eat plays a significant role in helping you reach those health goals, especially when it comes to fitness and working out. Healthy food provides your body with the fuel it needs to help you through those
Colon Cancer: Risk and Prevention
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It is “Colon Cancer Awareness” month, so thought I’d share some words on this common cancer which we at The Village Doctor aim to prevent through regular doctor visits with an emphasis on prevention and early colon cancer
The Use of Integrative Medicine in Pediatric Care
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While ‘integrative medicine (IM)’, is still a growing and relatively new field, the use of its practices is commonplace. Whether it is by creation of a sleep routine and regimen for sleep, use of botanicals for prevention of
Reading sunscreen labels can seem like staring at alphabet soup-SPF, UVA, UVB- but what does it all mean and
Are you a “pain in the neck”? – Trends in Mechanical Neck Pain
In general, neck pain is a result of trauma / injury, poor posture (sitting, standing, while we sleep, through activity),
Should I Get Another Bivalent mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine?
Individuals age 65 years of age and older and those who are immunocompromised may now receive one additional bivalent booster
Pediatric seasonal allergies are a common concern for parents, affecting millions of children each year. With spring and summer just
Lung cancer is one of the most common types of cancer affecting millions of people a year. One of the
The Village Doctor Newsletter – Week of April 3, 2023
Welcome back Dr. Jackie! I’m happy to share that Dr. Phillips (aka Dr. Jackie) has returned from her maternity
The Village Doctor Newsletter – Week of March 3, 2023
Beep, beep, beep, GO! Have you ever wondered what it is like in that moment before a big race? What
Top 5 Tips to Boost Your Workout with Food
What you eat plays a significant role in helping you reach those health goals, especially when it comes to fitness
Colon Cancer: Risk and Prevention
It is “Colon Cancer Awareness” month, so thought I’d share some words on this common cancer which we at The
The Use of Integrative Medicine in Pediatric Care
While ‘integrative medicine (IM)’, is still a growing and relatively new field, the use of its practices is commonplace. Whether
