Your Health Is In Your Hands
The choices you make every day – from what you eat to how many hours you sleep each night – can majorly impact your long-term health.
Primary Care
5 Common Vaccine Myths Debunked
Despite an abundance of scientific evidence proving that vaccines are safe and effective, a few myths persist that may make some parents hesitant. Here Dr. Elizabeth Dennison with Lexington Pediatric Practice sorts the myths from the facts.
Beyond the Battlefield: Understanding PTSD
Most people are aware of PTSD among service members, what many don’t realize is it can also manifest itself in a myriad of non-military situations. Say a serious auto accident, for instance, or a domestic trauma.
Ear Tubes Help Recurring Ear Infections
Protect Yourself From Lyme Disease
One of the challenges of Lyme disease is its diverse range of symptoms, which can mimic other conditions, leading to misdiagnosis or delayed treatment.
Fifth's Disease: What Parents Should Know
While it might sound like something from a math textbook, Fifth's Disease, also known as erythema infectiosum or slapped cheek syndrome, is a viral infection that primarily affects children.
Measles is On the Rise
Though once on the brink of eradication in the United States, measles cases have ticked upwards in recent years, concerning parents and health experts.
Fatigue is Leading Sign of Iron Deficiency
Fatigue is the most common and early symptom of iron deficiency, a condition that is not uncommon in women and children.
Millennials and Gen Zs: Why You Need a Primary Care Doctor
With urgent care clinics and telemedicine options readily available, younger generations may not see the need for a primary care physician. But there are better ways to care for your health than relying on urgent care.
Blurry Vision After Age 50 Could Be Macular Degeneration
Lots of things change with age, including your eyesight. If you're starting to notice blurry vision, it could be the start of macular degeneration.
