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There are two main types of COVID-19 tests. Most of us know or have done a molecular tests, such as PCR tests. This test detects the tiniest bits of genetic code specific to SARS-CoV-2. Molecular tests such as
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Is Your Contact and Insurance Information Up to Date?
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If 2021 included any changes to the information we have on file for your family, please be sure to let us know. We need to know about updated insurance coverage, addresses, phone numbers, or email addresses. Remember, that
With Omicron Here, How Can Family More Safely Get Together For The Holidays?
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Just in time for the holidays, the first known cases of Omicron variant appeared in the bay area in early December and we already find ourselves in the midst of an explosion of cases over the last few
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Let’s take a break to slow down even for a day to not only be grateful but pause before we enter the frenzy of December and holiday season. Here are two recipes that will surely delight your family
What Is A CGM And Should I Try One If I Don’t Have Diabetes?
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A CGM, or continuous glucose monitor, is a slim glucose sensor applied to the belly or arm, with a very small needle (described by Dexcom, one of the companies that makes them, as “soft and flexible like a
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I often get asked by my patients, young, middle aged and older, how they can maintain or even, improve their cognitive function. There is indeed some amount of normal age related memory loss that occurs in all people.
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In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, get your pink out! The current guidelines across all agencies is for a woman age 50 and over should have yearly mammograms. Additional testing such as ultrasounds may be needed if
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October is ‘think pink” with breast cancer awareness taking position as front and center. While breast cancer remains the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women,there is good news in that death rates have fallen by about 1% a
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In addition to abundant and easily absorbed nutritional components, antioxidants and enzymes, breast milk helps to stimulate and strengthen a baby’s immune system and seemingly more now than ever, scientists have been looking at how breastfeeding may protect
Do I Need A COVID Vaccine Booster If I Received My Initial Two Dose Series?
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The FDA approved booster doses of Pfizer and Moderna vaccines for those with immunocompromised or weakened immune systems. The CDC and FDA noted that a weakened immune system in individuals who have had solid organ transplant or on
There are two main types of COVID-19 tests. Most of us know or have done a molecular tests, such as
Is Your Contact and Insurance Information Up to Date?
If 2021 included any changes to the information we have on file for your family, please be sure to let
With Omicron Here, How Can Family More Safely Get Together For The Holidays?
Just in time for the holidays, the first known cases of Omicron variant appeared in the bay area in early
Let’s take a break to slow down even for a day to not only be grateful but pause before we
What Is A CGM And Should I Try One If I Don’t Have Diabetes?
A CGM, or continuous glucose monitor, is a slim glucose sensor applied to the belly or arm, with a very
I often get asked by my patients, young, middle aged and older, how they can maintain or even, improve their
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, get your pink out! The current guidelines across all agencies is for a
October is ‘think pink” with breast cancer awareness taking position as front and center. While breast cancer remains the most
In addition to abundant and easily absorbed nutritional components, antioxidants and enzymes, breast milk helps to stimulate and strengthen a
Do I Need A COVID Vaccine Booster If I Received My Initial Two Dose Series?
The FDA approved booster doses of Pfizer and Moderna vaccines for those with immunocompromised or weakened immune systems. The CDC
