If you are involved in youth sports, you’re very familiar with the term sports physical, also known as a pre-participation physical examination (PPE). Depending on what your school district requires, this is either an annual or bi-annual prerequisite for participating in sports. Today we’re going to explain the differences between a sports physical and an […]
The Essential Guide to Shingles
If you have had chickenpox in your lifetime, then you are at risk for shingles (also known as herpes zoster). This is because the virus that causes chickenpox, varicella zoster virus (VZV), can lie dormant in your nerve tissue for quite some time and is able to reactivate later. That reactivation is what we call […]
Stroke Warning Signs and Prevention
According to the CDC, not only are strokes the top cause of long-term, serious disability but also the fifth-highest cause of death in America. However, the quicker you can identify a stroke and get the proper help, the better your chances are of not becoming a part of those statistics. To that end, your internal […]
Healthy Teenage Sleep Habits
If you have a teenage son or daughter, chances are you’ve seen many strange behaviors related to the phrase “sleep habits.” Unfortunately, “good” or “healthy” are probably not the top adjectives you would choose to pair up with that phrase. And, while some of those changes are caused by naturally fluctuating hormones, puberty and brain […]
Healthy Habits for the New Year—on a Budget
A lot of what we see and hear in today’s world might make us think that achieving a healthy lifestyle is expensive. However, the truth is that there are quite a few highly successful ways to make a big impact on your health without spending a fortune. To that end, we’ve put together a list […]
Your Health & Wellness is Priority During COVID-19
We know that 2020 has been an incredibly unique year for our world’s health. The COVID-19 pandemic has no doubt touched each of our lives in big and small ways, making each daily decision just a little bit more challenging and the future just a little bit more uncertain. Thankfully, there are many things we […]
How Your Family Doctor Can Help with the Holiday Blues
While many people consider the holidays the most wonderful time of the year, we know that there are also quite a few folks out there who really dread the holiday season. If you are one of those people, we want you to know that you are not alone. Your Family Medical is very familiar with […]
Tips for a Healthy Holiday Season
As we make our way into the closing of the year, we start to look forward to celebrating the holidays with friends and family. But don’t forget that, while you do want to be sure to share holiday cheer, you don’t want to share holiday germs with your guests. This rings especially true as we […]
Always Take Your Medicine as Prescribed—Doctor’s Orders
Medication not taken correctly is a serious public health concern, specifically when it comes to chronic disease management. According to the National Institute of Health, an estimated 50% of medication are not taken as prescribed. Not taking your medications as prescribed by a doctor (or instructed by a pharmacist) could lead to your conditions getting […]
Flu Fighting Foods – Family Medicine Bedford TX
Fall is upon us which also means cold and flu season is nearing. With Coronavirus still lingering, it’s no wonder everyone is on heighted alert to avoid any type of illness—even if it’s just a cold or seasonal flu. While our best advice is to prevent illness by regularly washing your hands and getting your […]
