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Most Americans have a strong mental association between drinking milk and having strong bones, thanks to clever advertising. Those old TV commercials weren’t wrong – dairy is a good dietary source of calcium, which is important for strong bones. But many of us don’t really understand how important calcium is for our bodies, and all […] The post Are You Getting Enough Calcium? appeared first on .|
If you enjoy exploring the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, it’s easy to take it for granted that we have a lot fewer “biting bugs” compared to other parts of the country. But Washington State is home to several species of ticks that can spread infections such as lyme disease to humans. Tick populations […] The post Ticks are a Growing Concern in WA: What you Need to Know appeared first on .|
Summer is a time for making memories with friends and family. But it’s best if those memories are happy ones. When hosting a barbeque or a picnic, be sure to brush up on food safety tips to ensure your guests don’t get food poisoning. People experience more foodborne illnesses during the summer months because warm temperatures […] The post Food Safety Tips for Summer appeared first on .|
With the beautiful woodlands and expansive wilderness, wildfires and the smoke they bring to the air are now a vital health consideration when living in the Pacific Northwest. Due to the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires in our region, poor air quality can lead to lingering health effects long after the fire is out […] The post The Health Hazards of Wildfire Smoke appeared first on .|
What Is Depression? The well-being of your mind and body are interconnected and dependent on one another. When your body feels sick, your mood and mental capabilities are affected; likewise, mental health greatly affects the physical health of your body. Depression impacts how your mind and body feel and react to everyday life. The symptoms […] The post Depression And Its Mental And Physical Effects appeared first on .|
Many doctors dismiss natural remedies out of hand, but WWMG Rheumatologist Richard Jimenez is open to anything that’s effective in treating his patients. Dr. Jimenez has studied the available research on natural remedies for osteoarthritis and found that some of them are backed by science, with results that compare favorably to prescription medications. Standard Guidelines […] The post Natural Treatments for Osteoarthritis appeared first on .|
It’s natural to be nervous about any invasive procedure involving your heart, but understanding what’s involved can help you get through it with confidence. If you have coronary artery disease (atherosclerosis) your cardiologist may recommend an angioplasty with a stent placement to treat it. Atherosclerosis – the most common type of heart disease – is […] The post Coronary Stent Placement With Angioplasty appeared first on .|
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