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The holidays are coming, and you know what that means. There’s usually an abundance of yummy snacks at the office. Gifts from friends and family might include tasty pies, cookies or other treats. Oh, and don’t forget about the parties. So many holiday parties with delicious appetizers, meals and d…

It’s a very common diagnosis with a scary-sounding name: ovarian cysts. Every ovulating woman has them, and most cause no symptoms or problems.Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that are formed quite frequently. Each cyst represents a follicle of a potentially maturing egg that will be released by …

A grandfather with heart disease. A parent with high blood pressure. A sibling with diabetes. You probably know the details of your close family members’ medical challenges. Do you know who else needs that information? Your primary care provider. Providers want to know as much as they can about y…

Josh Yao, PT, DPT, MS, ATC, is a physical therapist at Methodist Physicians Clinic.…

Servings: 1 saladIngredients3 cups arugula greens2 cups spring mix1/2 cup shredded napa cabbage1/2 cup canned sliced beets1/2 tsp toasted sunflower seeds1/2 tsp crumbled feta cheese4 oz chicken breast grilled & julienned1 cup of shredded kohlrabi2 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette 2 tsp of fresh basil2 …

How do you dish out discipline in your household? If spanking is in your arsenal for keeping little ones in line, it’s important to know what the experts have to say about the long-term effects of this kind of punishment.Recommendations on spankingThe American Academy of Pediatrics recently issued a…

Treating acute injuries or illnesses, providing routine physicals and immunizations, providing emergency services or prescribing a new medication for a patient with chronic illness. The duties of physician assistants can vary greatly. But there’s a commonality among PAs: They play an important ro…

You did it. You quit smoking. Congratulations! Kicking the habit is an amazing accomplishment, and it’s probably the most difficult behavioral change your primary care provider will ever recommend. As you celebrate – and you should – remember that as with any addiction, your constant vigilance i…

A familiar Perry Como song describes the joys of being “Home for the Holidays.” For many families, however, the holiday season can be the most stressful time of the year.Reunions at any time of year tend to have their share of conflict, and holiday gatherings especially can be emotionally charged.Wh…

When Jen Hazel’s mom was diagnosed with breast cancer for a second time 10 years ago at age 66, she wondered whether there may be some hereditary reason for her disease. Her mom decided to undergo genetic testing to see if her daughters might be at risk.“They didn’t find any evidence of hereditary d…