Family Medicine
Spring is a time of rebirth and renewal, flowers are blooming and trees are starting to bud. However with the arrival of spring and the warm weather comes an increased risk of tick-borne illnesses. Ticks are typically tiny, blood sucking…
By TE Cunningham According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over five million children under 18 suffer from asthma. Even with its prevalence, it’s a chronic disease that is widely misunderstood, sometimes even by the parents of afflicted…
According to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, “The CDC and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommend annual influenza vaccination for everyone 6 months and older who do not have contraindications with any licensed, age-appropriate influenza vaccine….
by Jessica Merkel Pain in the lower abdomen is one of the symptoms of a Urinary Tract Infection, otherwise known as a UTI. Urinary Tract Infections are common infections among both men and women. As many as 1 in 2…
Regardless if you are native to Kansas, or a recent resident, you may find that spring brings forth the dreaded seasonal allergies. Some people call it hay fever, some just allergies, some people use other descriptive terms. We call it…
Did you know that diabetes is the most Googled health concern in Kansas? With so many people researching the disease, we thought we’d put together some facts about diabetes for your convenience. Over 9% of the American population has diabetes….
Hydration: More Than Just Quenching Your Thirst What used to be coined the lazy, hazy days of summer has become running with the kids from one practice to another! Swim lessons, baseball games and even concerts in the park are…
The month of June is dedicated to raising awareness for issues impacting the health of men and boys. Men’s Health Month, now in its 24th year, is focused on encouraging men to make their health a priority. Silent Crisis The…
The heart is one of the most important and fascinating organs of the human body. It sends blood around your body, which is essential to life because it carries oxygen, nutrients, and waste. On average, an adult heart beats 100,000…