Family/Primary Care
Providing Respite For the Family Caregiver
Progress is being made on the homefront for those caring for family members suffering from Alzheimer's or dementia. Currently, about two-thirds of Americans with those… Continue Reading
Respite Services To Aide Caregivers
As we age, there are multiple options available when the need for additional care arises, ranging from residential care facilities to in-home care services. For… Continue Reading
Manage Your Family Care Team
Having trouble managing mom and dad's needs or care? Trying to work out schedules with your sisters, brothers and grand kids to pitch in? Do… Continue Reading
Is It Safe To Swim?
Thinking about swimming in the Chesapeake Bay? Find out if it is safe to swim and how to keep you and your kids happy and… Continue Reading
Primary Care and the Health Coach
Many times, a primary care physician's patient needs a lot more time and hands-on attention than they can normally provide. When it comes to chronic… Continue Reading
What Is Preventive Care and Why Is It Important?
Physicians specifically trained for and skilled in comprehensive first contact and continuing care provide primary care for persons with any undiagnosed sign, symptom, or health… Continue Reading
Is There an Alternative To Western Medicine?
The answer is yes. “Alternative therapy” represents those health remedies that are not considered standard practice in Western medicine. They are used in the place… Continue Reading
Medical Mistakes Third Leading Cause Of Death
Medical mistakes are the third leading cause of death in the U.S. killing between 250,000-440,000 people per year, placing it only behind heart disease and… Continue Reading
Are You Ready For Flu Season?
The flu (influenza) is a respiratory illness that is very contagious. It is caused by the influenza viruses and can infect the nose, throat, and… Continue Reading
Smoking and Surgery
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 15 of every 100 U.S. adults aged 18 years or older currently smokes cigarettes. This… Continue Reading
