by Family Practice Center | Dec 22, 2021 | Family Medicine, News
It’s hard to believe that 2021 is almost completely over. It’s been a fantastic, eventful year for all of us here at Family Practice Center. While we’re not through with COVID-19 precautions yet, it has been incredibly rewarding to see so many of our patients back in our office this year as things have begun to get back to normal. Before the calendars turn to 2022, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on some of the things from the last year that our family...
by Family Practice Center | Dec 14, 2021 | Allergies, Family Medicine
Living with food allergies can be a legitimately challenging path to navigate for many people. According to the National Institute of Allergy & Infectious Diseases, food allergies affect about 4% of adults and 5% of children in the US. A food allergy is the result of a person’s immune system triggering an abnormal response to food. Although food allergy symptoms can be very minor for some allergies, others can lead to potentially life-endangering responses...
by Family Practice Center | Dec 7, 2021 | Colds, Family Medicine
This time of year, it can be difficult for many people to avoid getting sick. With all the large gatherings, stress, travel, and cold temperatures associated with the holiday season, it’s no wonder that the common cold is so common during the winter months. And while we all know that there is no way to cure a cold, there are certain things you can do (and avoid doing) to make sure your cold doesn’t linger any longer than it has to. Keep reading for some helpful...